A Smarter, Smoother Path to Homeownership

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Nicole Lambros, a dedicated finance professional, specializes in mortgage solutions at Preferred Rate.

NMLS: #174206

Nicole Lambros

Branch Manager

Preapproval expert helping clients secure mortgage approval quickly and confidently.
Nicole & Fernando provide personalized preapproval services for homebuyers.

Fernando Alanis

Real Estate Agent @ Listing Leaders

Your Trusted Homebuying Team

Nicole Lambros | Fernando Alanis

Buying a home is smoother when the right professionals are working together.

Fernando Alanis of Listing Leaders Northwest Partners with Nicole Lambros of Preferred Rate to deliver a seamless path to homeownership.

Fernando brings strong local market knowledge, a tireless work ethic, and a client-first approach that prioritizes honesty, loyalty, and results for every buyer. Nicole complements that with decades of mortgage expertise, offering personalized financing solutions and guiding clients through a smooth, strategic loan process.

Together, they work side-by-side to ensure every step—from home search to financing and closing—is clear, efficient, and stress-free.

Their collaboration gives today’s buyers the guidance, communication, and support they need to move forward with confidence.

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Your Pathway To Affordable Homeownership

Our Flexible Home Buyer Solutions Fit Many Scenarios

  • Down Payment Assistance Allowing You to Buy With No Down Payment
  • Below Market Rate Incentives Can Save You Thousands Per Year on Payments
  • No-Fee Refinance for First Five Years After Close
  • FHA, VA, Conventional, USDA, and Portfolio Loan Options
  • No Hard Inquiry Required for Preapproval
“We can’t say enough great things about this team. They were always accessible, professional and diligent. They went above and beyond for our purchase. We always felt they had our best interests at heart and were always there for questions, explanations and reassurance. There isn’t a scale high enough for them. We will absolutely use them for future endeavors. ”

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