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1st Security Bank Home Lending Office-Tara Br...
Senior Loan Officer | NMLS# 487445
I am focused on helping you obtain a loan that is affordable and allows you to achieve your goals. Plus, I’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
I can get started online, in-person or over the phone. I want to work on your schedule —... Show More
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Working with Tara has been an absolute pleasure! As a real estate agent, I've had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous mortgage brokers, but Tara truly stands out for her exceptional service and expertise. She seamlessly guides clients...
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May 1st, 2024 03:57 AM
Thank you so much for your glowing review, Kim! It's wonderful to hear that you've found my services to be helpful and of high quality. As a mortgage lender, my goal is always to make the mortgage process as understandable and pressure-free...
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Made the whole process easy and simple
This is the second home that Tara has helped me purchase. Tara and her team were easy to communicate with and always available to answer my questions. I will continue to go to Tara for all my needs!
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September 8th, 2026 07:28 PM
Courtney, I'm grateful for your continued trust and support. It's wonderful to hear that you found communication with my team and me easy and helpful. I look forward to assisting you with any future needs!
1st Security Bank Home Lending Office-Tara Brown has received a review with 1 star rating from Timothy S
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September 1st, 2026 08:04 PM
Hi Timothy, we have not spoken or worked together. I'm located in Ellensburg. If you would like to call me to discuss this review, I would be happy to talk with you, ************. Thank you, Tara
I appreciated Tara's quick and professional work on our behalf. I was well-informed the loan for our new home worked through the system from initial application to closing.
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August 24th, 2026 07:50 PM
I'm so grateful for your kind words, John. It's wonderful to know that you felt well-informed throughout the loan process. Thank you for allowing me to assist with your new home.
Excellent experience. Would highly
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August 24th, 2026 07:50 PM
Patrick, I'm pleased to hear that you had an excellent experience. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback!
If it wasn't for tara we would never have lasted to close with the major issues with very unpleasant underwriting group but tara pushed hard and was absolutely 💯 percent the reason we closed she deserves a bonus!
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August 24th, 2026 07:51 PM
Whitney, I'm grateful for your kind words and acknowledgment of my efforts. Navigating those challenges with underwriting was definitely a team effort, and I'm pleased we got to the finish line together. Thank you for sharing your experience!...
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I have just completed the loan process for acquiring a residence in Kittitas, WA. Tara Brown was my loan officer. Tara made sure that the process went as smooth as possible. She kept me informed at all times of what I needed to be doing and/or...
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August 24th, 2026 07:52 PM
Grace, I'm pleased to know that the loan process for your residence in Kittitas went smoothly. Keeping you informed every step of the way was important to me. Thank you for your kind recommendation; it means a lot.
Tara and her assistants answered all my questions in a manner that was understandable. Some of the initial work was accomplished while I was on vacation which could have made it difficult. But due to Tara's professional experience it was not....
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July 27th, 2026 05:21 PM
Grace, I'm truly grateful for your kind words and recommendation. I'm pleased to hear that my team and I could make the process smooth and understandable, even while you were on vacation. It's wonderful to know that everything went according...
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Honestly easier than signing for a new car. Process was fast and simple.
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July 6th, 2026 05:50 PM
I'm pleased to hear that you found the process fast and simple, Dyllon. Making things easier for you is always my goal. Thank you for your kind words!
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I am focused on helping you obtain a loan that is affordable and allows you to achieve your goals. Plus, I’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
I can get started online, in-person or over the phone. I want to work on your schedule — when it’s most convenient for you. Whether you are purchasing or refinancing, I value your business.
What is most important to me is having your best interest at heart. I look forward to working with you reach your home financing goals.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Specialities
Conventional Loans
Construction/Rehab Loans
Down Payment Assistance Programs
USDA Loans
Bridge Loans
Land Loans
Bank Statement Programs
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Positions
- 1st Security Bank - Sr Loan OfficerFeb 1st, 2023 - Current
Memberships
- Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
- Central Washington Homebuilders Association
- Kittitas County Association of Realtors
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Year Started
2004
Time Zone
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Licenses
- WA State NMLS # 487445
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Achievements
- President's Club 2016-2022
Hobbies
- I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, especially my two sons, Ridge and Ryker.
- Boating and camping during the summer at Lake Roosevelt.
- Spending time in my kitchen baking and cooking, my next goal is to learn how to bake sourdough.
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Disclaimer
No statement on this site is a commitment to make a loan. Loans are subject to borrower qualifications, including income, property evaluation, sufficient equity in the home to meet Loan-to-Value requirements, and final credit approval. Approvals are subject to underwriting guidelines, interest rates, and program guidelines and are subject to change without notice based on applicant’s eligibility.