Mortgage Professional Since 2000 

-Durango's Original Certified Reverse Mortgage Specialist 

-Serving Southwest Colorado Since 2003

Trusted Mortgage Guidance for Every Stage of Life

At Arete Mortgage, we believe great mortgage advice starts with listening. Whether you're purchasing your first home, refinancing an existing mortgage, investing in real estate, buying a second home, or exploring a reverse mortgage, our goal is to help you make informed decisions with confidence.

Founded in 2001 by Jeanne Randazzo Szczech, Arete Mortgage is an independent, woman-owned mortgage brokerage serving Durango, Southwest Colorado, and New Mexico. Jeanne has worked in mortgage lending since 2000 and has built her reputation on honest guidance, clear communication, and personalized service.

Unlike large banks and call-center lenders, Arete Mortgage provides direct access to an experienced mortgage professional who takes the time to understand your goals and identify the financing strategy that best fits your needs.

Southwest Colorado Reverse Mortgage Specialist

Reverse mortgages are among the most misunderstood financial tools available today. Jeanne specializes in helping homeowners age 62 and older understand how a reverse mortgage may fit into their retirement plans.

Whether you're looking to eliminate a monthly mortgage payment, improve cash flow, establish a growing line of credit, purchase a new home with a reverse mortgage, or age in place more comfortably, Arete Mortgage provides experienced guidance and education every step of the way.

Our reverse mortgage services include:

• HECM Reverse Mortgages
• Reverse Mortgage Purchases
• Reverse Mortgage Refinancing
• Retirement Income Planning Strategies
• Reverse Mortgage Lines of Credit
• Home Equity Conversion Mortgages

Mortgage Solutions for Colorado and New Mexico Homeowners

Arete Mortgage offers a full range of residential financing options, including:

• Conventional Loans
• FHA Loans
• VA Loans
• Jumbo Loans
• Home Refinancing
• Investment Property Financing
• Second Home & Vacation Home Loans
• First-Time Homebuyer Programs
• Reverse Mortgages (HECM)
• Home Equity Solutions

Because we are an independent mortgage broker, we have access to a wide variety of lenders and loan programs, allowing us to help clients find competitive financing solutions tailored to their unique circumstances.

Why Clients Choose Arete Mortgage

• Mortgage Professional Since 2000
• Founded Arete Mortgage in 2001
• Serving Southwest Colorado Since 2003
• Reverse Mortgage Specialist
• Licensed in Colorado and New Mexico
• Independent Mortgage Broker
• Locally Owned and Woman-Owned
• Personalized Service and Direct Communication
• Trusted by Generations of Homeowners

Local Knowledge. Trusted Advice. Exceptional Service.

Buying a home, refinancing, or planning for retirement can feel overwhelming. Our role is to simplify the process, answer your questions, and help you move forward with confidence.

If you're looking for a trusted mortgage advisor in Durango, Bayfield, Ignacio, Hesperus, Pagosa Springs, Mancos, Cortez, Silverton, or anywhere in Colorado or New Mexico, Arete Mortgage is here to help.

Let's Start the Conversation

Whether you're purchasing a home, refinancing, or exploring a reverse mortgage, we're ready to help you understand your options and find the right mortgage solution for your goals.