For most people, buying a home is one of the largest financial commitments they will ever make. That means you should seek a mortgage professional who understands the importance of getting to know you and choosing the correct program that fits your needs. My team and I focus on the wants, needs, and goals of our clients while creating a great mortgage experience for you.
As a Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist, I work with a wide variety of first-time homebuyers, move-up buyers, real estate investors, those purchasing second homes, as well as clients who are in need of restructuring their liabilities. From my background as a business entrepreneur and real estate investor, I strive to leverage partner relationships while providing each client with a number of avenues to enhance their specific financial goals. My passion is to offer solid mortgage strategy and planning to each client along with superior service, honesty, and transparency throughout every aspect of the loan process.
I have lived in the Pacific Northwest for most of my life, and enjoy a great variety of interests including ballroom dancing, golf, biking, snowmobiling, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. The part of my job I enjoy the most is being able to meet new people and help make a positive impact in their lives.
Professional Experience
2008 to Present – Senior Loan Officer
2004 to 2010 – Owner – Commercial Graphic Sign & Design Company – Award-winning local sign and graphic design services.
1996 to 2007 – Owner/President/CEO – Wholesale Foodservice Distribution Company – Managed multi-million dollar annual sales with over 50 employees.
1996 – B.S.E. in Mechanical Engineering – Walla Walla University
Get to know Mark Snow
How did you arrive at this business? What path brought you here?
I have always loved real estate, finance, and problem solving. It was like this career was created just for me.
Describe the mortgage that you’re most proud of closing.
A short time after I began as a loan officer I had the opportunity to work with a young family who had just been turned down for a loan at a credit union. I took a look at their situation and found a way to make it work. When the loan closed and the couple moved in I received a call from the husband thanking me for what I was able to do for them, and while on the phone with me he broke down crying that he had finally been able to provide a home for his family. I never expected something like that to happen when I entered this career, and it goes to show that we never know the impact we can make in people’s lives.
What are you most passionate about professionally? What most excites you about your work and the contribution you can make?
I enjoy teaching others about achieving financial freedom, and how homeownership can make a big difference in their life financially. I tell the story of how I paid a 9% interest rate for my first home and it was one of the best investments I ever made.
Any awards or medals, or even medallions?
I grew up fairly conservative, and dancing was something I was never able to do. About four years ago I finally decided I wanted to learn, so I took up ballroom and started taking lessons. I enjoyed it more than I ever expected and ended up entering a dancing competition. The song I chose to use was by Usher, and the dance moves were really difficult for my level. My instructor and I worked on it for several weeks over and over and over again, and I could never get through it fully without messing up somewhere. Finally, when the time came to perform it at the competition I absolutely nailed it and it was the first time I got through the whole thing without messing up. I was so elated it was like I had won the lottery, and I ended up winning the Top Male Solo award. I will never forget that experience.
If you were a super hero, who would you be? Why?
This is a tough one, but I’d have to say Iron Man. I mean… the suit is awesome, his mansion is breathtaking, he has (and creates) endless toys and gadgets. Not to mention he’s a billionaire (and patriot) who somehow manages to try and do the right thing. Plus, he does it all without a cape…