Know the Value. Own the Strategy.
Unlock the real worth of your home with three expert-backed valuation methods—so you can plan your next move with clarity and confidence.
Your home’s value isn’t just a number—it’s leverage.
Whether you’re thinking about selling, refinancing, investing, or just staying informed, the right valuation strategy can change everything.
At Stairway Mortgage, we offer a three-angle Home Value Report so you can make smarter, more strategic financial decisions:
1. National Report Comparison
(Complimentary Report from Three Major Providers)
We give you a side-by-side snapshot from the top national valuation tools (like Zillow, Redfin, and CoreLogic) so you can see how algorithms see your home.
But that’s just the beginning…
2. Lender-Ordered Appraisal
(The Gold Standard for Loan-Backed Value)
Want to know the maximum loan amount a buyer could secure for your home?
This is what banks rely on—and what you can use as leverage when selling.
We help sellers discreetly order this appraisal in advance, then use that report to:
- Price with precision
- Strategically structure concessions
- Preempt negotiation concerns
- Add buyer confidence
Pro tip: You may even get the buyer to cover part of the appraisal cost upfront.
Ask us how.
3. Local Realtor Insights
(Pocket Wisdom That Data Can’t Catch)
Great realtors know more than comps—they know the why.
They understand street-by-street nuances, community desirability, and upcoming neighborhood shifts that even appraisers can miss.
Their pricing instincts come from:
- School zones
- Renovation trends
- Off-market gossip
- Buyer psychology
We’ll connect you with a local expert who can read between the lines.
Did You Know?
Most sellers only get a home value estimate after listing.
We believe smart planning starts before the “For Sale” sign goes up.
100% Client Satisfaction
Real Comments, Real People
Hear From Some Past Clients of Our Founder
Jumbo loan closed successfully when others couldn't
We had a difficult jumbo loan scenario that most mortgage lenders were unable to close. Not only did Jim Blackburn’s mortgage team close our refinance, but now we are able to pursue the purchase of our dream home in the Florida Keys. We are extremely satisfied customers, and we will use Jim’s mortgage team again and refer him to our family and friends.
Chad Brocato - via Google
Public Speaker & Retired Fire Chief
FLORIDA
FLORIDA
Smooth, fast, and hassle-free mortgage and refinance process
Jim and his team are great to work with! We have used Jim twice with our home mortgage. Both times, the process was smooth and uneventful (which is what I wanted). He has kept in touch with us and contacted us when he felt it was the right time for us to refinance! I was amazed at our refinancing process – it took them about a little over two weeks to process all our information and close! I love the new online process of submitting all the information they require – it made it super easy for me to organize and gather all the documents.
Christina Curva Carrasco - via Facebook
Owner Curated Interiors estudioMBC
MASSACHUSETTS
MASSACHUSETTS
Exceptional first-time homebuyer support
Jim and team are a case study of best-in-class customer service. Jim has been a guide for me, a first-time homebuyer, and he exceeded my expectations on execution. Me and my wife had a very pleasant experience throughout the process. Thanks to Jim and his team, Jalissa, Izabela, and I’m sure many more were involved. Thank you for your support.
Raman Sawhney - via Facebook
Senior VP at Tech Mahindra
NEW JERSEY
NEW JERSEY