I'm a seasoned loan officer with 25 years in the banking industry. I focus on helping my clients achieve their dream of home ownership through financial planning, credit, and loan origination.




I've called Chardon, Ohio home for over 27 years along with my wife of 33 years, Tammy. We have 3 grown children and a new grandchild on the way in May. As a veteran of the United States Air Force, I have a passion helping other veterans achieve home ownership.




I pride myself on helping all my clients find the best program for their needs. Whether you're looking to purchase your first home, looking to upgrade or downsize your current home, or simply looking to refinance, I'd love to talk to you and start you on the first steps in making your dreams a reality.




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Robert Szalay is your Rocky River local lender. As a loan officer at Rate, one of the largest retail mortgage lenders in the United States, Robert 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 Robert at (440) 266-4357 for more information!

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