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  • Texas and Florida at this time. We serve both domestic buyers and international investors purchasing property located in either state.

  • Yes. With a Foreign National Loan you qualify with a valid passport and visa — no U.S. credit history or Social Security Number required. Typical down payment is 25%–30%.

  • Yes. We work with buyers from Mexico, LATAM, Canada and Europe purchasing or investing in Texas and Florida real estate. The full process is handled remotely, in English or Spanish.

  • Yes. Nayeli is a native bilingual advisor (Spanish/English) and the full process — pre-qualification, documentation, title communication and closing — can be completed in Spanish.

  • Debt Service Coverage Ratio: a mortgage that qualifies based on the property's rental cash flow, not your personal income. Applies to short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) and long-term rentals in Texas and Florida. Up to $3M.

  • Between 20% and 30% depending on program, property type and investor profile. Foreign National and investment typically require 25%–30%; primary residence starts at 3%–5%.

  • Yes. We offer ITIN programs for buyers living and working in the U.S. without an SSN, with down payments from 15%–20% on primary residence.

  • Yes. FHA from 3.5% down and VA with 0% down for qualified veterans, both available in Texas and Florida for primary residence.

  • Yes. We offer rate-and-term and cash-out refinance for homeowners and investors. Texas has specific state rules (Texas A6) for cash-out on primary residence that we walk you through.

  • Yes. Some Florida condos are non-warrantable due to HOA reserves, associations in litigation or structural inspection requirements. We validate the condo project before closing and have programs for non-warrantable condos when needed.

  • Yes. For properties in wind zones or FEMA flood zones, lenders require active wind/hurricane and/or flood insurance at closing. We connect you with specialized insurance brokers.

  • Texas has no state income tax, but effective property tax averages 1.6%–2.3% of value depending on county and is included in your DTI via PITI. We estimate it from the first pre-qualification to avoid surprises.

  • No. The Texas homestead exemption only applies to an owner's primary residence. Investment or second-home properties are taxed at 100% of assessed value.

  • Pre-qualification in 24–72 business hours after initial documentation. Typical closing: Conventional/DSCR 21–30 days; Foreign National 30–45 days; Commercial 45–60 days.

  • NMLS 2791273. You can verify the license at NMLS Consumer Access (nmlsconsumeraccess.org) by searching for number 2791273.

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