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How fast can you close on a house in Washington?
Most purchase contracts allow 30 days or more, but a well-prepared loan can close much sooner. What sets the pace, and how to speed it up.
By Clint Aguon · September 30, 2026Can RSU income help you qualify for a mortgage?
Often, yes. Here's how lenders count restricted stock units: the vesting history they need, how the income is calculated and what doesn't count.
By Clint Aguon · September 30, 2026Mortgage basics
The mortgage process
Six steps from first conversation to keys.
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What to gather for a fast pre-approval.
Read more →Compare loan programs
Twelve programs side by side, and how to choose.
Read more →Mortgage broker vs. bank
How a broker works and when it helps.
Read more →Washington loan limits
Conforming and FHA limits for every county.
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Payment, affordability, refinance and amortization.
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Straight answers to the questions we hear most.
Read more →Mortgage glossary
Plain-English definitions from A to Z.
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