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Can first-time buyers get a jumbo loan?

Answered by Onias Derilus, Mortgage Capital · NMLS# 1859012 · Florida licensed mortgage broker

Yes. First-time buyers can get jumbo loans, though lenders look closely at credit, reserves, and down payment since there's no prior ownership track record. Strong income and savings make it work.

Some programs allow first-time jumbo buyers with 10% down and good credit. We'll position your file to meet the extra scrutiny first-timers face on jumbo loans.

Yes, it is possible

First-time buyers can get jumbo loans, though the bar is higher. Lenders want strong credit, a solid down payment, and good reserves, and being a first-time buyer does not disqualify you.

In high-cost Florida markets, plenty of first-time buyers need a jumbo loan to buy their first home.

Building a strong file

A high credit score, stable documented income, and healthy savings make a first-time jumbo approval smoother. Some lenders offer first-time buyer flexibility on the down payment.

We help first-time buyers land jumbo loans. Apply now and we will see what you qualify for.

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