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Loan Options.

A curated catalog of purchase and refinance structures. Built for Houston buyers, homeowners, and investors who prefer clarity, speed, and precision.

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Purchase

Acquisition structures for primary, secondary, and investment properties.

Fixed Rate Mortgage

Stable Payments. Long-Term Confidence.

PredictableLong-Term

A straightforward option for buyers who want predictable monthly payments and a plan they can stick with long term — especially for primary homes.

Best Fit: Buyers who value stability

Fixed principal & interest payment

15, 20, or 30-year terms

Primary & second homes eligible

Ideal for long-term ownership

FHA Loan

Lower Down Payment. Flexible Approval.

Low DownFlexible

Designed to make homeownership more accessible, especially for buyers rebuilding credit or wanting to keep more cash in reserve.

Best Fit: First-time buyers or credit rebuilders

3.5% down (minimum, when eligible)

Flexible credit guidelines

Seller concessions often allowed

Primary residence only

VA Loan

0% Down. No PMI.

0% DownNo PMI

An exclusive benefit for eligible service members and veterans — offering strong buying power with minimal upfront cost.

Best Fit: Military & Veterans

0% down (when eligible)

No monthly mortgage insurance

Fixed or adjustable options

Primary residence only

USDA Loan

Zero Down in Eligible Areas.

0% DownLocation-Based

A great option for buyers purchasing in approved suburban or rural areas who qualify based on location and income limits.

Best Fit: Buyers outside major metro cores

0% down (if eligible)

Property must meet location guidelines

Income limits may apply

Primary residence only

Jumbo Loan

For Higher-Value Homes.

High BalanceLuxury

Designed for properties that exceed standard loan limits — with flexible options for buyers with strong income and assets.

Best Fit: Luxury & high-balance buyers

Loan amounts above conforming limits

Strong credit typically required

Fixed & adjustable options

Second homes may qualify

First-Time Home Buyer

Guided From Start to Finish.

GuidedSupport

We help new buyers understand the process, improve approval strength, and make confident offers in competitive markets.

Best Fit: First-time buyers

Step-by-step planning

Down payment assistance review

Credit & debt-to-income review

Offer strategy support

Low Down Payment Options

Keep More Cash on Hand.

3–5% DownFlexible

For buyers who want to minimize upfront costs while still staying financially comfortable after closing.

Best Fit: Buyers prioritizing liquidity

3–5% down options (program dependent)

Gift funds allowed (when eligible)

Seller concession strategies

Reserve planning guidance

Investment Property

Built for Rental Income Goals.

RentalPortfolio

Financing options for buyers purchasing long-term rentals, vacation properties, or building a real estate portfolio.

Best Fit: Real estate investors

Long-term & vacation rentals

Multi-property options

DSCR programs available (when applicable)

LLC eligibility varies by lender

Refinance

Restructure your mortgage to reduce cost, access equity, or improve terms.

Rate & Term Refinance

Lower Payment or Better Timeline.

RateTerm

Refinance to potentially reduce your rate, remove mortgage insurance, or adjust your loan term.

Best Fit: Homeowners optimizing payments

Potential rate reduction

Shorten or extend term

MI removal review

Break-even calculation included

Cash-Out Refinance

Turn Equity Into Opportunity.

EquityLiquidity

Access the equity in your home for renovations, debt consolidation, or investments.

Best Fit: Homeowners needing liquidity

Convert equity to cash

Loan-to-value limits apply

Common uses: remodel, reserves, debt payoff

Clear cost breakdown before you decide

VA Refinance (IRRRL / Cash-Out)

Streamlined for Veterans.

IRRRLVeterans

Eligible VA borrowers can refinance through a simplified IRRRL option or access equity when needed.

Best Fit: VA homeowners

IRRRL streamline (if eligible)

Cash-out option available

No PMI (VA structure)

Faster approval process