Why Join the Washington Mortgage Bankers Association?
The Washington Mortgage Bankers Association is THE voice of the mortgage industry community in Washington State. The WMBA exists to educate, connect, and inspire our members, clients, and partners to engage, advocate, and positively impact the communities we live and serve in. By becoming a member of the WMBA, you are aligning yourself and your business to the highest standards of excellence and integrity in the mortgage industry. Further, you understand the value mortgage banking brings to the community, and through networking/information exchange, quest for higher education, expertise and professionalism, and charitable giving you establish yourself and your business as industry and community leaders.
Through participation in the WMBA our volunteers and active members better serve our clients and our local community.
The Washington Mortgage Bankers Association is an affiliate of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). Although the WMBA is an affiliate of the MBA, memberships of these two organizations are separate.
Membership benefits include:
- Your company logo on the WMBA website
- A link to your website from the WMBA site
- Discounts for dinner meetings and special events
- Become well connected in the mortgage banking industry
- Support of low-income housing initiatives in our community
- Keeping current on lending community news
- Tie into the mortgage banking community at the national level through WMBA
- Enjoy MBA discounts, for more information go here
Please note that all new members must be sponsored by a current WWBA member for one year.
Annual Dues:
The WMBA fiscal year starts September 1. Dues include logo and link on WMBA website and listing in the WMBA Roster.
WMBA General Members: Corporations, state banks, national banking associations, credit unions, state and federal savings and loan associations, savings banks partnerships and limited partnerships, limited liability companies, professional service entities, and sole proprietorships that are engaged in the origination, sale, or servicing of real estate mortgage loans.
WMBA General Membership Dues: $1,695 Per year
WMBA Associate Members: Corporations, partnerships and limited partnerships, limited liability companies, professional service entities, and sole proprietorships that are not engaged in the origination, sale, or servicing of real estate mortgage loans but that are otherwise involved with or provide resources or services to mortgage lenders.
Included in your dues is $667, which is attributable to lobbying expenses and, as such, is not deductible. The WMBA is a 501 c 6, and your dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution.
WMBA Associate Membership Dues: $1,195 Per year
Membership Chair
If you have any questions about membership, please email ad***@****ba.org to connect with Tony.
Tony Fernandez
Featured Membership Benefits
Education and networking
Education and Networking Events including the WMBA Annual Auction, monthly general membership dinner meetings, Income Property lunches, WMBA Annual Golf Classic, and educational events.
Access to industry experts
Access to industry experts. The WMBA membership group includes executives, top-producing loan officers, and other mortgage lender industry experts.
Have a voice
Have a voice. The WMBA has a full-time Lobbyist working for our industry. This allows us to have timely information on rulemaking and efforts at the state and national levels that impact your business.
Testimonials
“It’s all about the people. Apart from the amazing events and educational opportunities that the association affords you, you’re going to build some incredible relationships with some of the most key influential people in the industry in your marketplace.”
“I’m a part of the WMBA because I have a very strong and passionate belief in the organization.”
“I’ve decided to join the WMBA and also spend my time volunteering on the committee board because of the people on the board that are truly compassionate about what they do. They’re kind-hearted people that I love to spend my time with as well as like-minded people that are here to refer and build each other’s business.”
“So, I joined WMBA so that I could network and meet new people and make some new business relationships”
“I needed to know who was who in the industry so I jumped in. I’ve met so many people throughout that time. I’ve learned, I’ve been educated and I’ve made lifelong friendships.”
“ I’ve been beyond impressed and every expectation has been exceeded by how many people are so active and involved in this organization and care about each other.”
“If I ever need help with anything, everybody is willing to lend a hand. I love networking with this community and it’s honestly one of the best career choices I’ve ever made.”
“Because being with the WMBA this is like being in the NBA. This is the best of the best that there is. There’s a lot of great minor league teams and a lot of great other organizations to belong to but this is the best and the best that’s why.”
Upcoming Events
WMBA September Dinner Program: WMBA 2026 Season Opening Ceremonies w/Special Guests Jessica Fortescue & Brendan Kelleher
Dockside at Dukes
1111 Fairview Ave N, Seattle WA 98109
WMBA October Dinner Program: Outperform the Market!
Dockside at Dukes
1111 Fairview Ave N, Seattle WA 98109
Income Property Kickoff Social
In Person (location TBD)
Income Property Luncheon: World Cup Impact
Perkins Coie
Income Property Luncheon: Economic Forecast
In Person (location TBD)
Income Property Luncheon: Legislative Update
Perkins Coie
Income Property Luncheon: Regional Development
Perkins Coie
