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Conventional Loans in Wenatchee, WA

Flexible terms and no upfront mortgage insurance for strong buyers.

Work directly with Jodie Barber, a mortgage broker with 30 years of experience serving Wenatchee and all of Chelan County.

5.0 · 37 reviews·30 years' experience·NMLS #76185

Wenatchee at a glance

Median home price (Wenatchee)
$517,000 · +6.5% YoY
Conforming limit (Chelan County)
$832,750
Property tax (effective)
~0.81% · no state income tax

North-central WA ag/recreation hub; Chelan FHA cap elevated to $586,500. Surrounding rural Chelan/Douglas towns are USDA-eligible (verify by address).

Serving Wenatchee neighborhoods including Sunnyslope, South Wenatchee, Broadview.

Why a conventional loan in Wenatchee?

Buyers with solid credit who want flexible terms and to drop PMI at 20% equity.

  • As little as 3% down (HomeReady / Home Possible)
  • PMI automatically drops at 20% equity — unlike FHA
  • Fixed or adjustable-rate options
Down payment help in Washington

WSHFC Home Advantage (DPA)Up to 5% of the first-mortgage amount. Pair with a Home Advantage first mortgage; ~620 min FICO; homebuyer education required; not limited to first-time buyers; income limits up to $180,000 in King/Pierce/Snohomish (lower in other counties). A needs-based option offers up to $10,000 at 1% interest, deferred 30 years.

Conventional Loans FAQ

Conventional vs. FHA — which is better?
It comes down to credit, down payment, and how long you'll keep PMI. I'll compare the true lifetime cost of both for your scenario.
Jodie Barber, mortgage broker
Jodie Barber
Senior Mortgage Planning Specialist · NMLS #76185

“Homeownership is a partnership.” Let's talk about your conventional loan in Wenatchee. No pressure — just straight answers from someone who's done this for 30 years.