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Loan programs

Every loan I offer, in one place.

Buying your first home? See first time homebuyer benefits. Not sure where to start? Find my loan in about a minute. As a broker, I can shop programs from many lenders. Here is a plain language overview of each one, so you can see what might fit before we talk. Comparing rates? Read the true cost of a mortgage first. Choosing between government loans? See VA vs FHA vs USDA.

Buying a home

Loans for homebuyers

Whether it is your first home or your next one, the right loan depends on your credit, savings, income and where you want to live.

Conventional

Conventional loans, in depth

The most common mortgage. Best for strong credit and some savings, with mortgage insurance you can remove.

Investors

Second homes and rentals

Down payments, rental income and when DSCR fits better.

Read: Conventional Investment Property Loans in Florida ยท vs DSCR

Multifamily

Two to four units, 5% down

House hacking without FHA's self sufficiency test.

Read: Buying a Duplex, Triplex or Fourplex to Live In

Refinancing

Refinance what you own

Lower your payment, change your loan term, or turn equity into cash for your next move.

Rate and termReview my loan
Investor refinanceRead the DSCR guide
Real estate investors

Loans for investors

Financing built around the property and your plan, from your first rental to a growing portfolio.

Self employed

Loans for business owners

When your tax returns don't reflect what you really earn, there are other ways to qualify.

Non QM

Loans outside the standard boxes

Bank statement, asset based, interest only, foreign national, ITIN, recent credit event, condotel and more. Flexible programs for borrowers whose finances don't fit traditional guidelines.

Income optionsSee income options
Credit and propertySee these options
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Guide library

Longer guides on refinancing, jumbo loans, qualifying, closing, pricing and more.

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You do not need to be ready to apply. Send the property, the question or the plan, and I will tell you what I see.