AZ - 0947826, OH - MLO.054331.000, SC - MLO - 1648085, FL - LO58809, WA - MLO-1648085, KY - MC883630  
As a Partnership Branch Manager - Non Producing at Citywide Home Mortgage, it is my responsibility to ensure the mortgage process is a smooth and easy experience. My Team and I pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and strive to keep in constant communication with my clients, realtors and referral partners. You can count on me and my team for responsible, honest, and ethical service in every step of the process.

Partnership Branch Manager - Non Producing

Tom Shmelter is your Elyria local lender. As a loan officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, Tom is committed to helping homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, while simplifying the mortgage process and making your home loan experience easy to navigate. Contact Tom at (440) 597-7121 for more information!

Tom Shmelter at Citywide (NMLS #1648085)

MO - 1626813, NC - I-175133, AZ - LO-1048728, CA - CA-DBO1626813, NV - 80944, OH - MLO.054215.000, SC - MLO - 1626813, VA - MLO-37427VA, WA - MLO-1626813, FL - LO44488, GA - 57382, TN - 1626813  
As a Senior Loan Officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, it is my responsibility to ensure the mortgage process is a smooth and easy experience. My Team and I pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and strive to keep in constant communication with my clients, realtors and referral partners. You can count on me and my team for responsible, honest, and ethical service in every step of the process.

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Mike LaManna is your Elyria local lender. As a loan officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, Mike is committed to helping homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, while simplifying the mortgage process and making your home loan experience easy to navigate. Contact Mike at (440) 266-4361 for more information!

Mike LaManna at Citywide (NMLS #1626813)

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Ellie Artl is a seasoned and dedicated Loan Officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, proudly serving clients across the Greater Cleveland Market and Northeast Ohio. With nearly a decade of experience as a Mortgage Loan Originator and 28 years as a Finance Manager in the auto industry, Ellie brings a wealth of knowledge, insight, and client-focused expertise to every home loan transaction.


Ellie's career is marked by impressive achievements, including being ranked #1 in the nation for Key Bank Retention Refinances, 10 consecutive Million Dollar Months with NewRez, and closing 278 loans in 2021 totaling $25 million in Retention Refinance Sales. She has consistently been recognized as a top performer, ranking #1 or #2 on NewRez's Ohio Retention Refinance Team during her tenure and achieving three Million Dollar Seller awards for Cardinal Financial's Refinance Team in Cleveland, Ohio.


**Areas of Expertise**  
Home purchase loans for first-time and repeat buyers  
Refinancing solutions to optimize finances  
Renovation, remodel, and refurbishment loan programs  
FHA, VA, conventional, and jumbo loan products  
Personalized mortgage guidance and intuitive financial solutions  
A Customer-Centric Approach


Ellie believes that every borrower is unique and deserves a tailored approach to achieving their homeownership or financial goals. She listens carefully to understand her clients' needs, respects their time, and provides relevant, intuitive solutions. Ellie's attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively ensure her clients feel supported and informed throughout the mortgage process.


Her motto? "When you come to me for your mortgage, I begin by listening." Whether you're buying, refinancing, or renovating, Ellie is dedicated to making the process smooth, transparent, and stress-free.


**What Sets Ellie Apart?**  
Honest, dependable, and adaptive approach  
Creative problem-solving tailored to clients' unique needs  
Consistently ranked as a top performer in the mortgage industry  
Known for going above and beyond to ensure client satisfaction


**Life Beyond Mortgages**  
Ellie's life is filled with family, fun, and adventure. She loves spending quality time with her husband of 15 years, her three grown children, and her grandchild. When she's not helping clients, you can find Ellie attending sporting events or comedy shows, riding bikes in Metro Parks, antique shopping, or adding to her collection of cookie jars.


**Why Work with Ellie Artl?**  
Ellie is passionate about helping clients improve their lives, whether through purchasing their dream home, refinancing to save money, or funding renovations to enhance their living spaces. Her commitment to exceptional service, communication, and financial expertise makes her a trusted partner in your home financing journey.  
Contact Ellie Artl today to begin your path to homeownership or financial success with Citywide Home Mortgage!

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Ellie Artl is your Elyria local lender. As a loan officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, Ellie is committed to helping homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, while simplifying the mortgage process and making your home loan experience easy to navigate. Contact Ellie at (440) 597-7113 for more information!

Ellie Artl at Citywide (NMLS #1592266)

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As a Loan Officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, it is my responsibility to ensure the mortgage process is a smooth and easy experience. My Team and I pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and strive to keep in constant communication with my clients, realtors and referral partners. You can count on me and my team for responsible, honest, and ethical service in every step of the process.

Heather Jensen is your Elyria local lender. As a loan officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, Heather is committed to helping homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, while simplifying the mortgage process and making your home loan experience easy to navigate. Contact Heather at (440) 266-4352 for more information!

Heather Jensen at Citywide (NMLS #2704754)

NC - I-226959, CA - CA-DFPI1566416, OH - MLO.052230.000, PA - 74785, SC - MLO - 1566416, VA - MLO-60882VA, WA - MLO-1566416, FL - LO135387, GA - 1566416, TN - 1566416, IL - 031.0088584



As a Loan Officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, it is my responsibility to ensure the mortgage process is a smooth and easy experience. My Team and I pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and strive to keep in constant communication with my clients, realtors and referral partners. You can count on me and my team for responsible, honest, and ethical service in every step of the process.

Kyle Shepler is your Elyria local lender. As a loan officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, Kyle is committed to helping homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, while simplifying the mortgage process and making your home loan experience easy to navigate. Contact Kyle at (440) 266-4362 for more information!

Kyle Shepler at Citywide (NMLS #1566416)

OH - MLO-OH.728921



As a Loan Officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, it is my responsibility to ensure the mortgage process is a smooth and easy experience. My Team and I pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and strive to keep in constant communication with my clients, realtors and referral partners. You can count on me and my team for responsible, honest, and ethical service in every step of the process.

Jim Pettit is your Elyria local lender. As a loan officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, Jim is committed to helping homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, while simplifying the mortgage process and making your home loan experience easy to navigate. Contact Jim at (330) 422-4144 for more information!

Jim Pettit at Citywide (NMLS #728921)

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