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National Homeownership Month is a great time to explore the programs that can help make buying a home more affordable.

“One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is that buyers need a 20% down payment to purchase a home,” says Tiffany Bergsma-Evans, Mortgage Loan Officer at First Fed.

“There are loan programs available that require 0% down, including VA and USDA Rural loans, and others with as little as 3% down. There are also Down Payment Assistance Programs that can help cover both the down payment and closing costs, making homeownership much more accessible than many people realize.”

If you’re thinking about buying a home, let’s talk about the options available to you. https://bit.ly/4uG3RUc

We’re proud to have First Fed President & CEO Curt Queyrouze speaking at Bainbridge Pride on Saturday, June 20 at Waterfront Park on Bainbridge Island.

Join Curt and our Bainbridge Island team as we celebrate community, inclusion, and the people who make Bainbridge Island such a special place to call home.

You can also support Bainbridge Pride by participating in the Silent Auction before the event, with proceeds helping make this community celebration possible. https://bit.ly/3SMpuou

We hope to see you there!

We’re honored to have Lynn Terwoerds, First Fed Board Director, representing First Fed and the Northwest Maritime Center at two iconic maritime events this month.

Lynn recently spoke at SEVENTY48, and will also represent First Fed at the Race To Alaska (R2AK) Skippers Meeting on Saturday, June 13.

These events celebrate the adventurous spirit, maritime heritage, and strong community connections that make the Olympic Peninsula such a special place. We’re grateful to support Northwest Maritime and the incredible events they bring to our region.

Celebrating our team members with work anniversaries this June!

Each milestone represents the dedication, talent, and care our team members bring to First Fed every day. Thank you for the meaningful contributions you make for our customers, communities, and fellow teammates.

Shawna Ervin - 26 years
Jenna Owens - 21 years
Lisa Priest-Hill - 18 years
Marlo Desser - 9 years
Valora Bain - 9 years
Whitney Mejia - 9 years
Hilda Landowski - 5 years
Jenny McQueen - 5 years
Heidi Crook - 4 years
Tammy Martin - 4 years
Tiffany Bergsma-Evans - 4 years
Justin Dick - 3 years
Kim Hearst - 3 years
Matt Olson - 2 years
Chip Corhei - 1 year
Michael Naselow - 1 year
Sarai Lopez - 1 year

We’re grateful to celebrate each of you and proud of the impact you continue to make across !

🌈 Happy Pride Month from First Fed!

This month, we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and the many individuals who help make our communities stronger, more welcoming, and more connected.

At First Fed, we believe in fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging for our team, customers, and neighbors across the communities we serve.