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Guaranteed Rate, Inc.

Also known as Guaranteed Rate

What it does

Guaranteed Rate, Inc. is the Chicago-based licensed lender operating under the Rate brand, with NMLS identifier 2611. Victor Ciardelli founded the business in 2000.

Its June 5, 2026 website terms identify Guaranteed Rate, Inc. d/b/a Rate. The privately held lender is distinct from its separately incorporated mortgage ventures and from the broader Rate Companies group description. The shorter brand does not establish a legal rename to Rate, Inc.

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Deep dives

Financial company profileResearch updated Oct 5, 2026

Guaranteed Rate: the lender behind the shorter Rate name →

Guaranteed Rate grew from a Chicago mortgage startup into a network of lenders and real-estate partnerships. Its shorter Rate brand now spans fast mortgage approvals, home-equity borrowing and personal loans, but each product and legal company has its own terms and financial boundaries.

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