Of the 12 mortgage lenders in Seattle, WA that publish their loan programs, 8 (67%) offer conventional loans, 7 (58%) offer FHA loans and 7 (58%) offer VA loans.

Conventional loans8 of 12 (67%)

FHA loans7 of 12 (58%)

VA loans7 of 12 (58%)

First-time buyer programs6 of 12 (50%)

Reverse mortgages4 of 12 (33%)

Down payment assistance3 of 12 (25%)

HELOCs and home equity loans3 of 12 (25%)

USDA loans2 of 12 (17%)

Jumbo loans1 of 12 (8%)

Non-QM loans1 of 12 (8%)

Bank statement loans1 of 12 (8%)

4
advertise 3.5% down or less, including 4 with a 0% down option (typically VA or USDA)
580
lowest advertised minimum credit score; 2 lenders accept 580 or lower
3 / 2
licensed in one state only / licensed nationwide (of 9 with licensing data)

Source: FindHomeLenders review of each lender's own website, data through July 2025. Counts cover the 12 of 26 listed mortgage lenders that publish loan program details. Programs and requirements change, so confirm with the lender and check their NMLS ID before applying.

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Shortlist at least three mortgage lenders in Seattle, ideally mixing a credit union or community bank with a broker or direct lender. Look up each one's NMLS ID on NMLS Consumer Access to confirm they are licensed in Washington, then request a Loan Estimate from each and compare the APR and closing costs, not just the rate. Our guide to finding a mortgage lender walks through each step.

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Ask about their experience in the Seattle market, loan products they offer, interest rates, closing costs, timeline for approval, and their process for handling your application. Don't hesitate to request references from recent clients.

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