BUY A HOME WITH CONFIDENCE

Find the Right Mortgage for Your Next Home

Whether you're purchasing your first home, moving into your next one, or building a home from the ground up, Vanguard Mortgage Group can help you understand your financing options and choose a mortgage that fits your goals.

We combine local market knowledge with a variety of loan programs to make financing your home clear, efficient, and personalized.

START WITH A STRONGER OFFER

Get Pre-Approved Before You Start Shopping

A mortgage pre-approval helps you understand your potential buying power before you begin making offers.

We'll review your financial profile, discuss your goals and help identify loan options that may fit your situation.

A pre-approval can help you:

  • Understand your potential purchasing power

  • Establish a realistic housing budget

  • Identify the right loan program

  • Estimate your down payment and financing needs

  • Prepare to make a stronger offer when you find the right home

PURCHASE LOAN OPTIONS

Financing Options Built Around You

Every buyer is different. Vanguard Mortgage Group offers multiple financing options for qualified borrowers.

CONVENTIONAL LOANS

A flexible mortgage option for buyers ranging from first-time homeowners to experienced purchasers.

May be a good fit for:
Buyers with established credit 680+, borrowers seeking flexible down-payment options, and buyers purchasing primary residences, second homes or eligible investment properties.

FHA LOANS

Government-insured financing designed to provide qualified buyers with flexible credit 580+ and down-payment requirements. Down Payment Assistance available (3.5%-5%).

May be a good fit for:
First-time buyers, buyers with limited funds available for a down payment, and borrowers who may benefit from FHA qualification guidelines.

VA LOANS

A powerful home financing benefit available to eligible veterans, active-duty service members and certain surviving spouses.

Qualified borrowers may be eligible for financing with no down payment, subject to VA eligibility and loan requirements. Credit scoresMost mainstream lenders require a score of at least 620. Some flexible lenders accept scores down to 580 or 550.

USDA LOANS

USDA financing can provide eligible borrowers purchasing homes in qualifying rural and suburban areas with a low or potentially no-down-payment financing option. Minimum credit scores of at least 620 to 640.

May be a good fit for:
Qualified buyers purchasing an eligible property who meet applicable USDA income and program requirements.

JUMBO LOANS

Purchasing a higher-value property? Jumbo financing provides mortgage options for loan amounts exceeding applicable conforming loan limits. maximum loan amounts up to $3,000,000 for purchase and rate & term refinance (up to $2,000,000 for cash-outs). First-time home buyers are limited to $1,250,000.

Key Jumbo Parameters:

  • Maximum CLTV: Up to 90% (50% maximum for condo transactions over $2,500,000)

  • Maximum DTI: 50%

  • Minimum FICO: 660

  • Property Types: 1-4 units eligible for primary residences, second homes, and investment properties (3-4 units permitted as investments only)

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Building or purchasing a newly constructed home requires financing that understands the construction process.

Vanguard Mortgage Group offers financing solutions for qualified borrowers purchasing or building new-construction homes. 5% down one-time close, fund your land purchase and construction cost at the same time! 700 credit score required.

HOW THE HOME-BUYING PROCESS WORKS

From Pre-Approval to Closing

01 | GET PRE-APPROVED

Complete your mortgage application and provide the information needed for us to evaluate your financing options.

02 | SHOP FOR YOUR HOME

Once pre-approved, you can begin shopping with a better understanding of your potential purchasing power and financing strategy.

03 | MAKE AN OFFER

Found the right home? Work with your real estate professional to structure and submit your offer.

04 | FINALIZE YOUR MORTGAGE

Once you're under contract, we'll work through the loan process, including required documentation, disclosures, appraisal and underwriting.

05 | CLOSE ON YOUR HOME

Review your final loan documents, complete closing and get the keys to your new home.

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE READY?

Depending on your loan program and financial situation, your loan specialist may request documentation such as:

  • Recent income documentation

  • W-2s or tax returns, when applicable

  • Asset or bank statements

  • Employment information

  • Identification

  • Information regarding current debts or obligations

  • Purchase contract once you're under contract

  • Additional documentation based on your specific loan program

Don't have everything ready yet? That's okay. Start the conversation and we'll help you understand what may be needed.