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Mark Villano

Branch Manager

Lakewood, WA Mortgage Lender

NMLS #1306487

Adress
9919 Bridgeport Way SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Contact Methods
Email
tel Phone
253-793-0016
mobile Mobile
(253) 651-7606
fax Fax
253-793-0016
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Awards

BBB Accredited Business A+
Inc. 5000
Top Work Places
Top Workplace Scotsman Guide
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Mortgage Bankers Association Member

About Mark

Mark comes from a third generation Military family and has been a resident of Seattle since 1998. After founding a construction company in 2006, Mark went on to build successful relationships in the Puget Sound, providing award-winning construction services and gaining 5-star client ratings along the way. Mark joined Veterans Lending Group in 2014 with a passion for helping Veteran and civilian borrowers to own a piece of the American Dream through homeownership. As a Loan Officer, Mark focuses on relationship building, clear communication, and educating borrowers about the loan process. Mark has pledged to go above and beyond to ensure that his clients receive the best care, stating: "Helping people become homeowners is extremely gratifying on a personal level, and I am thankful to have the opportunity to affect people's lives in a positive way." Mark is a husband and a father who enjoys spending quality time with his family.

Specialties

  • Purchase and Refinance
  • Purchase
  • Refinance Loans

Recent Posts and Articles

Blog

  • Woman with laptop on her cell phone prepares for mortgage rates to drop.
    Published on

    Mortgage Rates: How To Prepare For A Drop

    Prepare for future rate drops with our guide on mortgage rates. Learn how to improve your credit, save for a down payment, and explore loan options to get ready.

  • A two-story white house with a vibrant garden exemplifies homeownership and the considerations for the average down payment on a house.
    Published on

    What is the Average Down Payment on a House?

    Curious what the average down payment is on a house? Learn how factors like home price, loan type, and location influence what you need to save in this guide.

  • A happy family, husband, wife, and child, standing in front of their home window, showcasing the benefits of a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC).
    Published on

    What Is A Home Equity Line Of Credit (HELOC)?

    Explore how a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) can fund major expenses and learn about the application process, interest rates, and the pros and cons.

  • Parent organizing and labeling boxes in living room to prepare for new school year.
    Published on

    Home Organization Tips For The School Year

    Prepare your home for the new school year with these organizational tips: set up homework spaces, reorganize rooms, optimize the kitchen, and find storage.

A homeowner with a child on his lap calculating whether to buy a new home or refinance his home loan

Owning a home is fun and fulfilling!

What’s not to love about having a space that is entirely yours? You can paint your bathroom fuchsia, have hardwood in the master, put up a wild Mosaic in the kitchen, install a smart thermostat, you name it. After all, it’s your home!

Equally enjoyable are the other personal and financial advantages of being a homeowner: security and stability, equity and wealth building, and more! I’m here to help you get the most from your home financing — whether you’re buying your first home, moving up or downsizing to match your lifestyle, or refinancing your current mortgage.

Helping your home financing process go smoothly.

Resources

  • The Mortgage Process

    The Mortgage Process

    There are some major milestones on your road to home financing. As your loan officer, I’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure you understand each one and get through them quickly.

  • Payment Calculator

    Payment Calculator

    How much will your mortgage payment be? How much can you save if you refinance? Is it better to buy than rent? Use these online calculators to crunch the numbers and see for yourself.

  • Find the Right Loan

    Find the Right Loan

    I separate myself from other lenders by offering a broader selection of home financing options — from loans for first-time homebuyers to refinance programs for accessing your home’s equity.

  • Home Loan Check List

    Home Loan Check List

    Before you explore the endless options of home financing, some preparation is in order. Planning ahead for your mortgage is the key to an easier and more successful home financing process.

What Our Clients Say

After being dropped by our first broker, Mark reached out to us. He took the time, whenever I called with questions, to communicate with me. He was very knowledgeable and worked to get us into a home that suits our needs and price range.
Robert G.
I truly enjoyed working with Mark and Nicole. They were both amazing and helped mitigate the stress involved with buying a house.
Justin L.
Mark and his team were amazing through out our entire loan experience. Any time we had a question they replied right away and walked us through any issues or questions that came up. I would recommend them to anyone looking at buying a house.
Michael M.
Mari is absolutely the best when it comes to feeling informed and comfortable with the process.
Jeffrey L.
Mark Villano is genuinely concerned about your I'vestment. This is the 3rd time I have done business with him. Mark's track record and professional service is bespoke to the individual person's needs and goals. With Mark, you are a person and human being first, then he creates an environment where the conversation is intelligent and develops organically. We are secure with Mark.
Philip Y.

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