Trusted Partners

Preferred Lenders

These are the lending professionals Barbara trusts to guide her clients through financing with transparency, competitive rates, and a smooth close. Meet Mike Sanchez and Ken Melendez of Rate.

Financing guidance for new construction buyers across Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Orange, Fairfax, and Northern Virginia.

Why These Lenders?

After 20 years in real estate, Barbara has worked with many mortgage professionals. These are the two she recommends without hesitation for on-time closings, clear communication, and loan programs that fit each buyer's situation.

Whether you are a first-time buyer exploring FHA or VA loans, a move-up buyer looking for a jumbo mortgage, or a new-construction buyer financing a build, these loan officers have the knowledge and responsiveness to keep the transaction on track.

Mike Sanchez, Branch Manager and Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Rate

Mike Sanchez

Branch Manager / SVP of Mortgage Lending at Rate

Rate · NMLS #860048

Meet Mike

Mike is Branch Manager and Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Rate, based in the Fredericksburg area, and helps homebuyers and homeowners find the right loan product for their goals, from conventional and VA loans to refinance and jumbo. Barbara recommends him for his responsiveness, thoroughness, and commitment to keeping every deal on schedule from pre-approval through closing.

Ken Melendez, Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Rate

Ken Melendez

VP of Mortgage Lending at Rate

Rate · NMLS #2037924

About Ken

Ken is Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Rate, serving the Fredericksburg and Northern Virginia region with a detail-oriented approach. He walks clients through their options from pre-approval to clear-to-close with clear communication. Barbara partners with him because he consistently delivers competitive rates, flexible loan programs, and client-first service.

In Their Own Words

Hear From Mike & Ken

A short introduction from each lender on how they help buyers finance a new construction home with confidence.

Mike Sanchez · Rate

Barbara trusts Mike and the Rate team to pair buyers with competitive financing and keep closings on schedule. Hear why clear communication and a smooth close start with the right loan partner.

Ken Melendez · Rate

Ken helps buyers secure the right mortgage program with trusted guidance from application to clear-to-close, so your new construction financing stays on track.

Serving Areas

My lending partners serve buyers and sellers across the communities I work in.

Fredericksburg Stafford Spotsylvania Orange Fairfax Arlington Alexandria Prince William King George Caroline

Ready to Get Pre-Approved?

Getting pre-approved early puts you in a stronger position with builders and helps you shop with confidence. Barbara will connect you with the right lender for your situation and make the introduction, so you can focus on finding the home you love.