First-Time Buyers.
Investors.
Legacy Builders.
You Belong Here.
First-Time Buyers.
Investors.
Legacy Builders.
You Belong Here.
From blueprint to breakthrough—we guide you through financing, planning, and executing your dream one house at a time.
See how we help you climb.
From your first home to lasting wealth—step by step.
The Stairway Client System™: Tools to Help You Climb
Move through the 8 steps, get precise with calculators, and download guides to fuel every decision.
Step 1: Smart Parent, Smart Student
You’re a parent planning ahead or juggling both tuition and mortgage goals.
Step 2: First-Time Home Buyer
You’re buying your first home and want to do it with confidence, clarity, and a plan.
Step 3: Homeowner
You already own a home—but are you using it as a tool for growth, equity, or freedom?
Step 4: Senior Homeowner 55+
You’re nearing retirement, downsizing, or managing wealth—and want to make the most of your home’s value.
Step 5: First-Time Investor
You’re ready to turn income into assets, and want to get your first rental property right.
Step 6: Active Investor
You own multiple properties and want to maximize leverage, streamline cash flow, and scale smart.
Step 7: Passive Investor
You want real estate to work for you—without managing tenants, timelines, or taxes.
Step 8: Legacy Angel
You’re focused on family, faith, and giving—and want your real estate to leave a lasting impact.
Step 1: Smart Parent, Smart Student
You’re a parent planning ahead or juggling both tuition and mortgage goals.
Step 2: First-Time Investor
You’re ready to turn income into assets, and want to get your first rental property right.
Step 3: First-Time Home Buyer
You’re buying your first home and want to do it with confidence, clarity, and a plan.
Step 4: Homeowner
You already own a home—but are you using it as a tool for growth, equity, or freedom?
Step 5: Senior Homeowner 55+
You’re nearing retirement, downsizing, or managing wealth—and want to make the most of your home’s value.
Step 6: Active Investor
You own multiple properties and want to maximize leverage, streamline cash flow, and scale smart.
Step 7: Passive Investor
You want real estate to work for you—without managing tenants, timelines, or taxes.
Step 8: Legacy Angel
You’re focused on family, faith, and giving—and want your real estate to leave a lasting impact.
Smart Parents, Smart Students Guide
Turn education costs into future real estate wealth.
First-Time Investor’s Blueprint
Start your rental journey with clarity, confidence, and cash flow.
First-Time Buyer’s Guide
Everything you need to qualify, offer, and close on your first home.
Homeowner’s Guide
Use your home equity to grow wealth, upgrade, or reinvest smartly.
Senior Equity Advantage Guide
Unlock powerful options for retirement, legacy, or aging in place.
Active Investor’s Guide
Structure, scale, and finance multiple properties like a pro.
Passive Income Guide
Earn real estate income without managing properties yourself.
Legacy Planning Guide
Turn your portfolio into purpose through strategic giving and transfer.
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Lenders compete for our business, giving you competitive rates, great programs, and wholesale pricing—powered by the largest mortgage network in the country and delivered through a dedicated advisor focused on your goals.
As the #1 Mortgage Broker in U.S.
The Nation’s Top Lenders Compete for Our Business
We partner with 250+ lenders—here’s a glimpse of just 12 of our top partners delivering unbeatable pricing, cutting-edge technology, and lightning-fast closings.
A Concierge Real Estate Purchase Experience
Available 7 Days A Week | Pre-approvals as fast as 24 hours.
Winning offers take more than a pre-qualification—they require a coordinated team working for you every step of the way.
At Stairway Mortgage, we connect you with trusted experts to ensure a seamless, successful purchase.
Same-Day Approval
Be Ready Before You Fall in Love With the Home
Win in a competitive market with “cash like” offers and compete with cash buyers.
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New brand. Same trusted leadership.
What Clients Say About Working with Jim & His Team
Built on Trust. Backed by Experience.
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Backed by decades of combined experience
Real Stories from Real Clients
Results That Speak for Themselves
24 Years of Financial Experience
Collaborating with Trusted Experts to Build Your Wealth Plan
A mortgage shouldn’t exist in a vacuum. By partnering with financial advisors, we ensure our clients’ home financing strategies align perfectly with their long-term financial plans—creating more value, more trust, and better results.
Jim Blackburn
Founder of Stairway Mortgage
1. A Unified Wealth-Building Strategy
We work hand-in-hand with your financial advisors, tax professionals, and estate planners to ensure your mortgage complements your broader financial goals—whether it’s wealth preservation, retirement planning, or investment growth.
2. Seamless Coordination with Your Experts
We integrate real estate financing with your existing wealth strategy by collaborating with your chosen professionals—so your mortgage is not just a transaction, but a strategic tool aligned with your future financial success.
3. Ongoing Guidance for Long-Term Success
Markets shift, financial plans evolve, and opportunities arise. We remain a trusted resource, working alongside your advisors to ensure your home financing continues to serve your long-term wealth-building strategy.
We Listen
We take the time to understand your full financial picture—ensuring your mortgage strategy supports both your immediate needs and long-term goals.
Strategic Loan Planning
We craft custom mortgage solutions that align with your financial vision, leveraging smart strategies to build lasting wealth.
Financial Integration
We collaborate with your financial team—planners, accountants, and advisors—to create a seamless plan that maximizes your assets and protects your future.
Confidence at Every Step
From pre-approval to closing, we guide you through the process with clarity, precision, and proactive communication—so you always know what’s next.
