A High-Performance
Culture for Ambitious Professionals

At Stairway Mortgage, we don’t just hire employees—we develop future leaders. Our team is made up of driven, goal-oriented individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace challenges, and push through adversity to achieve success. We believe that character, accountability, persistence, and discipline are more important than experience. Everything else can be taught.

Who Thrives at Stairway Mortgage

We attract high achievers who are committed to personal and professional growth. If you identify with any of the following, you’ll fit right in.

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Flexible & Remote Work Opportunities

Work From Anywhere, Thrive From Within

Whether you’re in the field or working from a café, we believe in results over hours.

  • Work remotely and control your schedule
  • Collaborate in your city through networking and outreach
  • Focus on performance—not micromanagement
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Choose Your Path: Sales vs. Operations

Two Roads. One Destination: Success.

Sales-Oriented Professionals

  • Build relationships, network, and close deals.
  • Thrive on challenge, persuasion, and performance.
  • High risk, high reward—six-figure potential.

Operations-Oriented Professionals

  • System-focused, organized, detail-oriented.
  • Enjoy consistency, precision, and behind-the-scenes mastery.
  • Career security with strong income potential.

Career Opportunities at Every Level

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling your career, there’s a role for you.

Internships (No Experience, Part-Time)

  • Social Media Marketing
  • Loan Origination
  • Event Marketing
  • Loan Processing

Entry-Level (0-2 Years)

  • Marketing Assistant
  • Mortgage Assistant
  • Business Development Trainee

Mid-Level (2-5 Years)

  • Partner Relationship Manager
  • Loan Processor
  • Mortgage Originator

Senior-Level (5+ Years)

  • Team Leaders
  • Social Media Directors
  • Senior Loan Originators
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Why Join Stairway Mortgage?

  • Uncapped Earning Potential
  • Elite-Level Training
  • Growth Paths to Leadership
  • Supportive Culture
  • Remote Flexibility
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Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply today to build your future with Stairway Mortgage. This isn’t just a job. It’s a movement.

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Open a Branch with Stairway Mortgage

Lead. Grow. Build a Legacy.

  • Uncapped Earning Potential
  • Elite-Level Training
  • Growth Paths to Leadership
  • Supportive Culture
  • Remote Flexibility
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Take Control of Your Future in Mortgage Leadership

We believe branch ownership is about more than volume—it’s about vision. If you’re ready to lead a team and scale your business, Stairway provides the systems, support, and brand credibility to help you succeed.

Who We’re Looking For

Our ideal branch leaders meet the following criteria:

  • Track Record of Success – You’ve consistently closed loans, built relationships, and managed your pipeline like a pro.
  • Team Management Experience – You’re already mentoring or leading LOs, processors, or referral partners.
  • Local Market Presence – You either have or are willing to secure a branch address (exceptions made for exceptional candidates).
  • Business Builder Mindset – You’re not looking for a job—you’re building a business with long-term value.
  • Minimum Production Volume – $12M+ closed in the past 12 months demonstrates the capacity to support branch operations.

If this sounds like you, we want to connect.

Not Quite Ready? Start from the Home Branch

Many of our successful branch leaders started inside Stairway’s home branch model. Here’s how:

  • Learn our systems, tools, and client acquisition strategies
  • Get trained on lead generation and wealth-building methods
  • Build a remote team of loan officers and referral partners
  • Transition into a local branch once your infrastructure is in place

We’ll help you grow into leadership—one step at a time.

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Why Stairway Mortgage?

We provide more than a platform—we provide a roadmap.

  • Structured Growth System – Access systems, scripts, and guidance to scale intelligently

     

  • Income Potential – You control your revenue, compensation, and recruiting

     

  • Team Autonomy – Build your team with professionals you trust

     

  • Support & Coaching – Leadership development, coaching, and training at every level

     

  • Scalable Infrastructure – Grow from boutique team to high-volume powerhouse

     

  • Industry Access – Tap into our strategic partnerships with lenders, agents, and investors

     

  • Competitive Compensation – Earn more as your branch grows with a top-tier comp model
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What You Receive as a Branch Owner

  • Brand Equity – Leverage a name that communicates trust and credibility.
  • Leadership Support – Work alongside seasoned professionals who’ve built high-producing branches.
  • Streamlined Operations – Use our proprietary Nexus system to manage origination, processing, and closing.
  • Elite Training – Access mentorship in mortgage structuring, sales, and strategic planning.
  • Tech & Tools – Get access to marketing automation, CRM systems, and lead gen platforms.
  • Community of High Producers – Join a network of elite LOs and branch leaders committed to growth
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Getting Started?

Already Producing $12M+ Annually? Apply to launch a branch in your market. 

Still Growing?
 If you’re serious about building a team but haven’t reached $12M yet, join our home branch. We’ll help you:

  • Increase production
  • Expand your professional network
  • Prepare to lead your own branch in the near future

Apply Now to Open a Branch with Stairway Mortgage

Build your business. Develop your team. Lead with purpose.

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100% Client Satisfaction

Real Comments, Real People

Hear From Some Past Clients of Our Founder

Johnny Blan

First-time home purchase and refinance with fast closing

Great customer service! We were living in California for 20+ years, and every year our rent went up, so we decided to move to Virginia and get our own house. Jim helped us with our very first home mortgage and constantly updated us with the lowering rates. After we were presented with different options, we decided to do a refi, and his team made it possible for us to grab the opportunity to shorten our term from 30 to 15 years at a much lower rate. In just around three weeks we were able to close. Me and my family will definitely recommend them!

Johnny Blan - via Facebook

Retired Investor -
CALIFORNIA
Dayana Ruiz

Guidance through the purchase process with clear explanations

They worked with me on the purchase process. Their knowledge helped me to choose the option that was most convenient. From the beginning they explained the process. Thanks Jim!

Dayana Ruiz - via Facebook

Mortgage Loan Originator Columbus Capital Lending -
FLORIDA
Dennis Nikolaev

Investor-friendly lender who goes the extra mile

I'm an RE investor. Had multiple loan officers but one really stands out – JIM BLACKBURN. Now, he is working on a third deal with me. He does go the extra mile. A few examples from the past: I have tons of properties and live in China with unique income (he made it work!). He called me in China at 1 AM to get information to close the deal. He is super efficient with collecting the right documents upfront to avoid a lot of back and forth later with processors. You can't go wrong with Jim.

Dennis Nikolaev - Facebook

Studio Leader at APCE Dennis Studio -
CHINA