Eric

Loan Officer

Eric Van Swol, Loan Officer at Riverbank Finance LLC

"I have not failed, I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." - Thomas Edison

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Eric Van Swol

Eric Van Swol

Loan Officer Eric Van Swol is a bright young star in the mortgage game. Think Michael Jordan circa 1984, Jackie Robinson circa 1947, or Michael Phelps circa 2004. If these comparisons elicit emotions of inspiration and awe, that is exactly what should occur. Like all of his aforementioned predecessors, Eric stands on the precipice of greatness with a drive and a hunger to be a champion in his own right. While championship trophies and gold medals don’t adorn the mantle just yet, nor is it likely that would occur in the mortgage industry, Eric is ready to shine and is committed to prospective and current clients alike in order to achieve the greatest level of success for them in their search for the best service and financing.

He graduated from Hope College with a B.A. in History, Communication, as well as Spanish, which he speaks fluently. Forever a Dutchman in more ways than one, he likes sports almost as much as he likes competing and sports metaphors. Born and raised in Grand Rapids, he is very familiar with the area and has traveled extensively in the great state of Michigan, which in his not so humble opinion is easily a Top 5 state (Contact him to find out what the rest of his Top 5 looks like).

Phone: 616-888-6160

NMLS: 1531612

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4.9 Stars out of 866 Google Reviews

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  • Chris Bajwa Client Review
    Apr 07, 2025 5 Star Review
    Josh at Riverbank took really great care of us from the very beginning of our mortgage application all the way through closing. He had great communication and was very responsive to all of our requests. He was patient and helpful and we felt empowered by his service to us in our mortgage process. We feel like we got the best product and rate possible for our situation. Very thankful for his help in this process!
  • Michael Flynn Client Review
    Apr 03, 2025 5 Star Review
    Damon and his team were invaluable in helping us with everything we needed to purchase our home. If some paper work was a little off the gave easybto understand instructions to have everything in order. Any questions I had were responded quickly. They want you to succeed. I can not recommend them enough.
  • JC Ransom Client Review
    Mar 21, 2025 5 Star Review
    Highly recommend working with John DeGraaf and the River Finance LLC team for mortgage/refinance needs. We researched and read many brokerage service reviews before deciding to work with Riverbank Finance and so happy that we did! John was professional, extremely knowledgeable in best practices in the industry, and kept our loan on track to close within a month of application. John was always prompt in answering our questions and did an excellent job in matching a home refinance loan to our specific needs. If/when the time comes again for another mortgage loan, there will be no hesitation in working with John and team again - Thank you!
  • KC Bennett Client Review
    Mar 10, 2025 5 Star Review
    Sonya was fantastic. Always there to assist me. Kim was also fantastic. I am recommending riverbank finance with everybody because they helped me get a home and relatively quickly too. Great service. They both should get raises.
  • Darren Rose Client Review
    Feb 20, 2025 5 Star Review
    I had the pleasure of working with Sonya Dody, and I can confidently say she is absolutely the best when it comes to real estate transactions. As a Senior Loan Officer at Riverbank Finance LLC, Sonya consistently delivers top-notch service. Her expertise in paperwork is second to none – every detail is handled with precision and care, ensuring a smooth and efficient process. Sonya’s commitment to accuracy and providing clear, up-to-date information is incredibly valuable. She takes the time to explain every step of the process, making sure clients are fully informed and comfortable with their decisions. Her professional advice and advisory standards are outstanding, offering insights that are both practical and strategic. Whether you're working with her in Michigan or Florida, Sonya’s dedication to her clients shines through. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and professional loan officer!
  • Nicole McCarthy Client Review
    Feb 04, 2025 5 Star Review
    Anthony and his team were amazing to work with! They were quick and efficient to answer all of my questions. They kept the process of closing on my house moving quickly. I would highly recommend them.
  • Stacey Rook Client Review
    Jan 30, 2025 5 Star Review
    I recently worked with Tomas Frezghi at Riverbank Finance LLC to secure financing for an investment property, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Tomas was excellent to work with—he took the time to understand my unique situation and helped me navigate the best loan options available. As a real estate broker, I’ve worked with dozens of mortgage professionals over the years, and Tomas truly stands out. His knowledge, professionalism, and clear communication made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Tomas to anyone looking for a top-tier mortgage broker!
  • Tony Pastor Client Review
    Jan 25, 2025 5 Star Review
    After evaluating different financial products and opportunities for the best fit, we recently selected Riverbank Finance to assist us. We were entirely pleased with the service provided by Anthony Bird. He worked carefully and patiently with us, answered all questions, and was completely forthcoming. I was particularly impressed with his availability and quick response as issues arose, and the solutions he offered. Anthony and the Riverbank team made a potentially complicated process seem very simple. Thank you so much, I look forward to working with you in the future.
Google Rating
4.9
Based on 866 Reviews