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Loan Programs · Florida

Florida home loan programs

Plain-language guides to the loans I help buyers and homeowners explore.

Not sure where to start? Pick the guide closest to your situation, or just call me and we’ll figure it out together.

Darryn Stephen, Senior Mortgage Advisor, Smart Home Loans
  • Florida-licensed
  • NMLS #2664300
  • Smart Home Loans NMLS #1734077

Pick a guide

VA loans

For veterans, service members and eligible surviving spouses. Low credit scores welcome.

First-time buyers & down payment assistance

Florida Hometown Heroes, FL Assist, FL HLP and county programs.

FHA loans

Low down payment and flexible credit, with gift funds welcome.

Conventional, low down payment

Low down payment options for eligible buyers, removable mortgage insurance.

Seller concessions & rate buydowns

How much a seller may contribute by loan type.

Buying in a 55+ community

Assets for income: your assets, not a paycheck, may qualify you.

Foreign national home loans

We may be able to help, in the US or not. For non-US residents buying a Florida second home or investment property.

Bank statement loans

Tax returns that don’t show your real income? Bank statements may help.

New to the USA home loans

For new arrivals, and the attorneys and planners who guide them.

Refinance, cash-out & HELOC

Honest advice: sometimes a loan isn’t the best option.

Self-employed & bank statement

Tax return, bank statement, 1099 and asset-based options.

Foreign assets & overseas buyers

Wealth overseas, home in Florida. I make foreign assets count.

For financial planners

Mortgage second opinions that fit your client’s plan.

Programs, guidelines and eligibility change and vary by lender and program. This page is general information, not a commitment to lend or a guarantee of approval. All loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting and property approval. Not legal or tax advice.

Let’s talk it through

No pressure, just clear answers about what may fit you. Call, text or email me.

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