Mortgage & Mutts

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Welcome to Mortgage & Mutts!

Join us at Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood on October 15th 2026 at 6:00 PM for a paw-some event! RSVP REQUIRED.

Cuddle adorable pups while learning about the home-buying process here in Washington. It's a unique opportunity to meet adoptable furry friends and gain valuable insights into mortgages and house hunting!

Local real estate experts, Rachel Rowland - Real Estate Matchmaker, Elaine Sweet - Mortgage Extraordinaire, and Piper Laak - Financial Advisor, will be sharing their knowledge at our next Mortgage & Mutts!

This trio of powerhouse women-owned businesses is ready to support your whole financial picture on your home-buying journey, all while giving back to a cause we all care about - RHAS! Did we mention that 10% of their commissions go back to Resilient Hearts as a donation?

Don't miss out on this tail-wagging experience! Mark your calendars for October 15th, 2026 from 6:00-7:30 PM.

If you need immediate assistance with home buying and selling or financial advising, please reach out to Rachel, Elaine, and/or Piper directly. Don’t forget to mention that you heard about them through Resilient Hearts!

EXCITING NEWS

We are going virtual! Our first-ever Mortgage & Mutts: BYOM (Bring Your Own Mutt) edition launches on August 25th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on Google Meet. RSVP HERE.

We know getting to Fremont on a Thursday night may not be feasible for everyone - hence the BYOM model was born! This gives more people access to the information needed to buy or sell a home in the area and expands our ability to give back to RHAS. We can’t wait!

Our Team

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Elaine Sweet

Mortgage Broker

Piper Laak

Financial Advisor

Rachel Rowland

Real Estate Broker

Resilient Hearts

Animal Sanctuary

NOTE: 10% of our commissions go back to Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary as a donation!

Raymond James & Associates | 425.588.4860 | 3500 Carillon Point, Kirkland, WA 98033 | Raymond James & Associates, Inc., member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC. Raymond James is not affiliated with Elaine Sweet, Rachel Rowland, or Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary.

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August 25th: Virtual

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October 15th: In-Person

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Potential Topics:

  • Obtaining a Mortgage

  • Increasing Your Credit Score

  • Key Players in Your Real Estate Purchase

  • Needs vs Wants

  • The Home Search

  • Expected Timeline

  • Whole Financial Picture

  • Community Partnership with RHAS

  • Q & A

Perfect for first-time home buyers looking to purchase real estate in King or Snohomish Counties in the next year.