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First home, move-up, or a more complex purchase — start with the goal, then build the financing around your life.
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From your first rental to your next renovation, build the financing around the property and your plan.
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Why Broadview · Meet Chris
Chris Butler
Branch Manager · Senior Loan Originator · NMLS #1585236
Raised in Bellevue, Washington, Chris attended the University of Washington before building a career in real estate and finance. His work with Butler Property Group included property renovations, townhomes, and new construction—experience he brings to conversations with homebuyers and investors today.
Chris founded Broadview Lending with a focus on personal guidance and a simpler mortgage experience. Whether you’re buying a first home, refinancing, or considering an investment, the conversation starts with your goals and questions.
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Completed financing
Purchase and refinance examples, shared with privacy in mind.
All images are AI-generated illustrations, not the financed properties. Financial figures are rounded.
Purchase
Funded
Approximate loan amount
$425,000
Approximate value implied by LTV
$650,000
Calculated from the recorded loan amount and loan-to-value ratio. Not a verified purchase price, appraisal, or current market value. Figures rounded to the nearest $25,000.
HELOC
Funded
Approximate loan amount
$75,000
Approximate value implied by LTV
$1,200,000
Calculated from the recorded loan amount and loan-to-value ratio. Not a verified purchase price, appraisal, or current market value. Figures rounded to the nearest $25,000.
Refinance
Funded
Approximate loan amount
$525,000
Approximate value implied by LTV
$800,000
Calculated from the recorded loan amount and loan-to-value ratio. Not a verified purchase price, appraisal, or current market value. Figures rounded to the nearest $25,000.
Past transactions do not guarantee future financing.
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