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1st Security Bank Home Lending Office-Tara Brown - Senior Loan Officer | NMLS# 487445 in Ellensburg, WA
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Senior Loan Officer | NMLS# 487445

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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 —... Show More
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    Michael B
    Ellensburg, WA
    Posted on September 16th, 2025 08:03 PM
    Tara was available and patient through every step of our buying process. All of our questions were answered thoroughly. I felt very comfortable working with Tara and she earned my trust
    Reply from Tara Brown
    September 16th, 2025 08:26 PM
    Thank you so much, Michael! I truly enjoyed working with you and I'm glad you felt comfortable throughout the process. My goal is always to make sure my clients feel informed and supported every step of the way, so your kind words mean a lot....
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    Stephanie B
    Ellensburg, WA
    Posted on September 11th, 2025 06:42 PM
    Tara was AMAZING. She helped us buy our first home. She was always avaliable for questions, no matter how small. Highly recommend Tara. Thank you for helping us make our dream of being homeowners come true!
    Reply from Tara Brown
    September 11th, 2025 06:52 PM
    I’m truly glad to have played a part in your journey to becoming homeowners. It’s important to me to be accessible and supportive, no matter the question. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and I want to thank you for allowing me to...
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    Tyler H
    Yakima, WA
    Posted on September 9th, 2025 04:01 PM
    Excellent response times to all questions and requests. Very helpful as a first-time homebuyer.
    Reply from Tara Brown
    September 9th, 2025 07:04 PM
    It's great to know that my response times made a difference for you, Tyler. I'm pleased I could provide the assistance you needed as you navigated being a first-time homebuyer. Thank you for your feedback, and if any other questions come up,...
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    Aaron Y
    Seattle, Washington
    Posted on September 6th, 2025 02:31 PM
    A friend referred me to Tara ten years ago when I purchased my first investment property. I've purchased four properties since, both investment and personal. Every time, Tara is the first person I call. She is easy to work with, works with...
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    Reply from Tara Brown
    September 8th, 2025 11:37 PM
    It's wonderful to hear about your positive experiences over the years, Aaron. I'm grateful to have been your first call for both investment and personal property purchases. Building a strong working relationship with you and collaborating effectively...
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    Alicia F
    Vancouver, WA
    Posted on August 8th, 2025 03:10 PM
    Tara and her team worked fast to complete the process and communicated every step along the way! Tara was efficient in her review and predicted most things the underwriter would need, which helped the process be so smooth.
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    Reply from Tara Brown
    August 8th, 2025 10:52 PM
    Thank you for your kind review, Alicia. I'm glad that the efficiency and communication throughout the process were beneficial to you. Anticipating the underwriter's needs is something I focus on to make things as smooth as possible for my clients....
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    Brett R C
    Kittitas, WA
    Posted on July 14th, 2025 10:00 PM
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    Reply from Tara Brown
    July 14th, 2025 10:04 PM
    Thank you for your review, Brett. It looks like there may have been a typo, but I appreciate you taking the time to leave feedback. If there's anything specific you'd like to share or discuss, I'm here to listen and help. Feel free to reach...
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    Tracy R K
    Cle Elum, WA
    Posted on June 30th, 2025 10:29 PM
    Working on this loan long distance with many changes and for a long duration with a time change was not easy. Tara was always helpful and available. She was consistently pleasant any time we talked .
    Reply from Tara K. Brown
    July 14th, 2025 10:05 PM
    Working on a loan from a distance can indeed bring unique challenges, and I appreciate you acknowledging the effort involved. I'm glad to hear that I was able to help navigate this process smoothly, despite the time changes and adjustments....
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    Cody A
    Posted on June 14th, 2025 12:44 AM
    Great communication. Quick responses and availability. Really appreciate that. Was willing to work with our self employment complexity. Was always kind and considerate. Polite. Informative. Helpful. A pleasure to work with.
    Reply from Owner
    June 14th, 2025 01:09 AM
    I’m thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with my communication and availability. It was a pleasure to assist you, especially with the complexities of self-employment. Your kind words mean a lot and I’m glad I could be informative...
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    Cody L A
    Kittitas, WA
    Posted on June 14th, 2025 12:43 AM
    Great communication. Quick responses and availability. Really appreciate that. Was willing to work with our self employment complexity. Was always kind and considerate. Polite. Informative. Helpful. A pleasure to work with.
    Reply from Tara Brown
    June 14th, 2025 01:02 AM
    I'm thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with my communication and availability. It was a pleasure to assist you, especially with the complexities of self-employment. Your kind words mean a lot, and I'm glad I could be informative...
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    Thomas L
    Ellensburg
    Posted on June 7th, 2025 05:23 AM
    Tara is very knowledgeable and helpful
    Reply from Tara Brown
    June 7th, 2025 08:28 PM
    I'm thrilled to hear that you found my assistance knowledgeable and helpful during your HELOC process. It was a pleasure working with you, Thomas. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing 1st Security Bank Home Lending.
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    About
    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
    Portfolio Loans
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    Positions
    • 1st Security Bank - Sr Loan Officer
      Feb 1st, 2023 - Current
    Memberships
    • Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
    • Central Washington Homebuilders Association
    • Kittitas County Association of Realtors
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    Addresses and Serving Areas

    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.