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Meet the Ronning Team NW

Cornerstone is a full-service mortgage lender. We offer a variety of mortgage options, home loan programs, and competitive pricing from a wide range of national investors. With in-house processing, underwriting, and funding, Cornerstone is 100% committed to on-time closings and satisfying home-financing experiences.

We look forward to serving you!

Simply Remarkable Financing
Since 1988, Cornerstone has made a positive difference in people's lives. Our staff of caring, seasoned mortgage professionals is passionate about helping people become homeowners. Founded by Marc N. Laird and Judy Belanger in Houston, Texas, Cornerstone has steadily grown into one of the largest privately-held mortgage companies in the country.

Craig Ronning

Craig Ronning

NMLS #37967
Senior Loan Officer

Craig Ronning offers enhanced services and state-of-the-art technology unparalleled in the mortgage industry. With more than 18 years of experience in residential lending, Craig has served his clients as an appraiser, loan officer, branch manager and regional manager. It is this extensive knowledge of the industry that has helped Craig understand every aspect of the loan process, from prequalification to closing.

With access a wide array of investor sources, Craig offers a complete line of mortgage loan products and assures his clients that he'll work to meet their individual needs. Each and every client receives a smooth, seamless transaction with convenient prequalification; in-house processing, underwriting and closing; and instant accessibility to Craig and his team of dedicated professionals.

Craig has received many awards for his devotion to 100% customer satisfaction including: was recognized as a Top Producer with a major financial institution and received a Kittitas Country award for excellence in mortgage lending. Craig is an avid reader, and a devoted husband and father. He also enjoys playing the piano in his spare time.

At Cornerstone Home Lending Inc., you will discover an atmosphere of enthusiasm, a spirit of dedication and a great desire to build quality relationships. Experience the Cornerstone difference.

[email protected]
509.607.9777
Bob Ford

Bob Ford

NMLS# 2033004
Mortgage Advisor

Bob enjoys helping clients fulfill their long-term goals through responsible, sustainable homeownership. For Bob, mortgage is about people. His people-first platform looks like walking a client through each step of the process, breaking down the pros and cons of different loans and always keeping their interests close to heart. Bob knows that getting a home loan can seem overwhelming. That is why he strives to be a source of encouragement while upholding the values of a servant leader.

Before becoming a Mortgage Loan Advisor, he served in leadership and executive roles at Central Washington University in Ellensburg and has 18 years of higher education experience devoted to enriching the lives of others.

Bob has called Washington home for his entire life. Born and raised in Yakima, he has lived in Ellensburg since 2002. He and his wife, Kendra, have already achieved their dream of owning and managing investment properties in the community.

Bob holds master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Western University in Bellingham. Outside of work, Bob enjoys being outdoors. Boating, snowmobiling, skiing, snowboarding, and white-water rafting are among his favorite adventure activities. He also coaches youth and high school rugby. Bob’s most beloved pastime, however, is family time. He and his wife are proud parents of two daughters and two puppies.

[email protected]
509.388.9522
Nanette Ashmore

Nanette Ashmore

NMLS #1334133
Mortgage Advisor

Check back soon to learn more about Nanette!

[email protected]
509.293.4423
Ashley Gillum

Ashley Gillum

NMLS #2142893
Mortgage Advisor

Ashley loves connecting others to the resources they need to reach their goals. As loan officer, she provides homebuyers with guidance and support as they go through the home loan process. A meticulous planner, Ashley knows the importance of getting the details right and ensuring buyers have a clear understanding of what to expect throughout the process and beyond.

Ashley holds a BA in organizational communications from Washington State University and an MS in public administration from Central Washington University. Before joining the mortgage industry, she served in higher education, most recently as Director of Alumni Program Development at Central Washington University.

Born and raised in Wenatchee, Washington, Ashley has called Wenatchee home again since 2017. Outside of work, she is on the Board of Directors of the Wenatchee Rotary Foundation. In her free time, she enjoys refinishing furniture, DIY projects, spending time with family, and playing softball.

[email protected]
509.679.5477

Ronning Team NW [email protected]

Craig Ronning | Senior Loan Officer | NMLS 37967
[email protected] | Phone: 509.962.3008 | Cell: 509.607.9777 | eFax: 866.400.8577

Bob Ford | Mortgage Advisor | NMLS 2033004
[email protected] | Phone: 509.388.9522

1206 N. Dolarway, Suite 112
Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Branch NMLS WA CL-56932 (NMLS 56932)

1301 Walla Walla Avenue, Suite C
Wenatchee, Washington 98801
Branch NMLS WA CL-1166526 (NMLS 1166526)

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