Mortgage Broker in Texas

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We guide you step by step through the mortgage process. FHA, VA, Conventional loans and more, with personalized guidance in Spanish and English.

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Mortgage Solutions Tailored to You

We offer a wide range of financing options to help you achieve the dream of homeownership.

Home Purchase Loans

FHA, VA, Conventional, USDA, and Non-QM programs for every type of buyer.

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Refinancing

We review whether a refinance could improve your current mortgage terms.

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ITIN Support

Programs designed for clients who use an ITIN instead of a Social Security number.

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Personalized Guidance

We guide you through the entire mortgage process with service in Spanish and English.

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Investor Loans

Financial solutions for investment and commercial real estate.

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Land Loans

Financing for residential land purchases. The acreage that can be financed depends on the lender and the program.

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The Tu Hogar en Texas team
10+
Years of Experience

More Than a Mortgage Broker, We're Your Ally

At Tu Hogar en Texas, operated by M First Mortgage LLC, we understand that buying a home is one of the most important decisions of your life. That's why we provide personalized, hands-on guidance, walking with you through every step of the mortgage process.

Our mission is to make the dream of homeownership accessible for the Hispanic community in Texas, with service in Spanish and English and access to multiple lenders.

Bilingual Service
20+ Lenders
Licensed in Texas
ITIN Support

Your Path Home

A simple 5-step process to your new home

Pre-Qualification

We evaluate your financial situation and give you an estimate of what you can buy.

Application

You complete the formal application and provide the necessary documentation.

Processing

We verify your information, prepare your file, and the lender orders the appraisal.

Underwriting

A specialist reviews and approves your loan. We keep you informed every step of the way.

Closing!

You sign the final documents and receive the keys to your new home. Congratulations!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common mortgage questions

Depending on the program, down payment can range from 0% to 20%. FHA programs require as little as 3.5%, and there are down payment assistance programs available.

It may be possible. Some programs accept rent and utility payment history instead of a traditional credit score. We can help you review your alternatives.

Typically the process takes between 30 and 45 days from pre-qualification to closing. However, each case is different and we work to make the process as quick as possible.

Generally you will need: identification, proof of income (pay stubs or tax returns), bank statements, and your social security number or ITIN.

Absolutely! Our team is fully bilingual. We can assist you in Spanish and English throughout the entire process.

Not necessarily. We compare programs from lenders that accept an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number). Contact us to review your options.

Communities We Serve

We help you buy a home in Katy, Fulshear and across the Houston area

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Katy, TX
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Sugar Land, TX
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Fulshear, TX
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Cypress, TX
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Richmond, TX
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Spring, TX
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* Tu Hogar en Texas is a mortgage brokerage (M First Mortgage LLC), not a real estate agency. The links open home searches on Zillow, an external site, and are provided for informational purposes only.

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Our Services

Complete mortgage solutions for every situation. Discover how we can help you reach your goals.

Personalized Guidance

Your Guide Every Step of the Way

We accompany you throughout the entire mortgage process with personalized service in Spanish and English. From the first consultation to closing your loan, our team is with you every step of the way.

  • Free no-obligation consultation
  • Fully bilingual service (Spanish / English)
  • Personalized analysis of your financial profile
  • Support through successful closing
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Basic Financial Education

Knowledge is Financial Power

We provide guidance on fundamental mortgage concepts so you can make informed decisions. Understanding interest rates, points, closing costs and more has never been easier.

  • Workshops on interest rates and points
  • Clear explanation of closing costs
  • Tips to improve your credit score
  • Step-by-step mortgage process guides
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Pre-Qualification / Pre-Approval

Know Your Buying Power

We perform a quick evaluation of your financial profile to determine the loan amount you qualify for. With your pre-approval letter, sellers will take you seriously.

  • Quick evaluation in under 24 hours
  • Pre-approval letter to negotiate better
  • No negative impact on your credit
  • Clarity on your real budget
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Home Purchase Loans

Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality

We handle various mortgage programs including FHA, Conventional, VA, USDA and Non-QM programs for non-traditional income cases. We compare programs from several lenders so you can see your options.

  • FHA programs with only 3.5% down payment
  • Conventional, VA and USDA loans
  • Non-QM options for non-traditional income
  • First-time buyer assistance programs
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Refinancing

Improve Your Mortgage Terms

Want to improve your current mortgage terms? We explore options to reduce your interest rate, lower your monthly payment, or access your property's equity.

  • See whether you could lower your interest rate
  • Compare whether your monthly payment could go down
  • Cash-Out to access your home equity
  • Debt consolidation options, depending on your case
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Investor / Commercial Loans

Expand Your Real Estate Portfolio

Financial solutions for investment real estate. Whether you're buying your first rental property or expanding your portfolio, we have options for you.

  • DSCR loans (based on property rental income)
  • Financing for multifamily properties
  • Options for foreign investors
  • Return on investment (ROI) analysis
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ITIN Client Support

Your Dream Doesn't Depend on a Number

Programs specifically designed for people who use an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number). Some programs do not require a Social Security number.

  • No Social Security number required
  • We accept tax returns with ITIN
  • Flexible down payment programs
  • We handle your data under our Privacy Policy
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Land Loans

Build Your Home From the Ground Up

Financing for residential land purchases, for those who want to build their home from the ground up. The acreage that can be financed depends on the lender and the program.

  • Different lot sizes, depending on the lender
  • Residential and agricultural lots
  • Financing for future construction
  • Options with and without existing structures
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Access to Multiple Lenders

Over 20 Lenders at Your Fingertips

As a mortgage broker, we work with over 20 lenders, so we can compare programs and options to find the one that fits your situation.

  • Network of over 20 active lenders
  • We compare rates and costs from several lenders
  • We help you review the terms of each offer
  • Programs from different lenders in one place
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About Us

Meet the team behind Tu Hogar en Texas and our mission to serve the community.

We Make the Dream of Homeownership Accessible

At M First Mortgage LLC, our mission is to simplify the mortgage process for families in Texas. We believe every person deserves the opportunity to own a home, regardless of their background or financial situation.

We specialize in serving the Hispanic community, offering fully bilingual service and programs designed for the unique needs of our clients, including options for people with an ITIN.

Personalized Service
Bilingual Team
Community Focus
Full Transparency
Our team with happy Tu Hogar en Texas families

Meet Your Guide

Maria Primera

Maria Primera

Mortgage Broker / Founder
NMLS #1920759

With over 10 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Maria founded Tu Hogar en Texas with the vision of helping Hispanic families achieve the dream of homeownership.

Company
M First Mortgage LLC
Company NMLS
#2698014
Location
Richmond, TX

Contact Us

We're ready to help you start your mortgage process. Get in touch with us today!

Let's Talk About Your Future Home

Request a free consultation to speak with a mortgage expert. We're available in Spanish and English.

Office

24200 Via Mazzini Way
Suite 301, Oficina 217
Richmond, TX 77406

Hours

Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: By appointment

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Tips & Resources

What to do and what to avoid at each stage, a document checklist for your situation, and plain explanations of the terms on your loan papers.

What to Do and What to Avoid

From the time you apply until closing day, the lender reviews your credit, income and savings, and may review them again shortly before you sign. These habits, starting before you apply, help you avoid delays and surprises.

Before you apply

Do this

  • Check your credit early.Get your free reports at AnnualCreditReport.com, the official site, and dispute any errors before you apply.Read more
  • Start gathering your documents.Keep them in one folder, on paper or on your phone. The list for your situation is below.See the list
  • Save for more than the down payment.You will also need money for closing costs, the inspection, moving and an emergency fund.Read more
  • Ask about down payment assistance.Texas has programs that may help with the down payment or closing costs. Each one has its own requirements and limits.Read more
  • Shop around with confidence.When you compare mortgage loans, credit checks made within a short period usually count as one for your score.

Avoid this

  • Do not apply for new cards or loans.Each application can lower your score a little, and every new monthly payment counts in the debts the lender reviews.
  • Do not close your oldest credit cards.Closing them can lower your score. If you do not use them, you can keep them open with no balance.
  • Do not co-sign for anyone.That debt shows up on your credit and usually counts as yours, even if someone else pays it.

While your loan is in process

Do this

  • Pay everything on time.Rent, cards, car and every other bill. One late payment now can affect your loan.
  • Send complete documents quickly.Send every page of each statement, even the blank ones. Each day of waiting can move your closing date.
  • Keep proof of every deposit that is not your paycheck.If someone pays you back or you sell something, keep the receipt or the transfer record; you may be asked for it. If someone is going to give you money, tell us before you receive it.
  • Tell us about any change.A new job, a change in your hours or pay, a new debt or a change in marital status. The sooner we know, the better.
  • Get homeowners insurance quotes as soon as you have a contract.The lender requires it before closing. If the home is in a high-risk flood zone, the lender will also require flood insurance.Read more

Avoid this

  • Do not open new credit or buy on credit.No car, furniture or appliances for the new home until after closing. The lender may check your credit again before you sign.
  • Do not change jobs without talking to us first.The same goes for switching from employee (W-2) to contractor (1099) or cutting your hours. A change is not always a problem, but the lender usually verifies your employment again shortly before closing.
  • Do not move your money without telling us.Withdrawing savings, moving money between accounts or closing an account can mean documenting everything again.
  • Do not deposit cash you cannot document.In many programs, any single deposit larger than half of your monthly income needs proof of where it came from, and the lender can ask about any other deposit too. If you have savings in cash, ask us before you deposit them.

At closing and after

Do this

  • Compare your Closing Disclosure with your Loan Estimate.You receive it at least 3 business days before you sign. If anything is different from what you expected, tell us before closing day.Read more
  • Do the final walk-through.Before you sign, check with your agent that the home is in the agreed condition and that agreed repairs are done.
  • Confirm wiring instructions by phone.Call the title company at a number you saved earlier or confirmed with your agent, never the one in the email or text.
  • Bring your ID and have your funds ready as instructed.The title company gives you the final amount and how to pay it, usually a wire transfer or a cashier's check.
  • After you move in, apply for your homestead exemption.You apply with your county appraisal district, and it can lower your property taxes.Read more

Avoid this

  • Do not send money based on instructions you only got by email or text.A last-minute change of account is a red flag. If you already sent money, call your bank right away to ask them to stop the transfer, alert the title company and report it at ic3.gov.
  • Do not give your Social Security number or ITIN to anyone who calls or writes out of the blue asking for it.Share it only in your loan application or through the channel we tell you. Do not send it by WhatsApp, text message or social media.
  • Do not sign until your questions are answered.Ask about anything you do not understand before you sign. There are no silly questions here.

Your Document Checklist

The exact list depends on your type of income, the program and the lender. Start with what everyone needs, then open the situations that look like yours; you can open more than one.

For everyone

You usually do not need your physical Social Security card: with your permission, the lender verifies your number directly.

You are an employee (W-2)
You are self-employed or paid on a 1099

Many programs ask for 1 to 2 years of self-employment history. Some use 12 to 24 months of bank statements instead of tax returns.

You receive retirement, pension or Social Security income
You are buying with an ITIN

Make sure your ITIN is current. It expires on December 31 of the third year in a row that it is not used on any federal tax return, and also if it was assigned before 2013 and never renewed. You renew it with Form W-7.

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You are a veteran or service member (VA)

If you are in the National Guard or Reserve, or a surviving spouse, the documents may be different; we will tell you which ones.

Someone is giving you money for the down payment or closing

Who can give you money, and how much, depends on the program. Tell us before the money moves.

You already own property or are buying to invest

Some investor programs (DSCR) look mainly at the rent the property can bring in. If you live outside the United States, there are also programs with different requirements; we will tell you which documents apply.

You are refinancing

If you want to take cash out of the Texas home you live in, special rules from the Texas Constitution apply, with notices and waiting periods. We explain them before you apply.

Other situations

This list is a general guide, not a final list. Depending on your case and your program, the lender may ask for other documents or a letter of explanation. Send us your documents only through the channel we tell you, never through social media.

Tu Hogar en Texas, a trade name of M First Mortgage LLC (NMLS #2698014). Maria Primera, NMLS #1920759. tuhogarentexas.com · (281) 505-5306. General educational information, not an offer of credit.

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Words You Will See

Your loan papers use terms like these. Tap or click one to see what it means in plain words, with the Spanish term below it.

Pre-qualification / Pre-approvalPrecalificación o preaprobación

A letter showing the approximate amount you may be able to borrow, based on the information reviewed so far. It is not a final approval or a loan commitment.

Loan EstimateEstimación del Préstamo

A standard 3-page form with a loan's interest rate, estimated payment and closing costs. It must be delivered or mailed to you no later than 3 business days after you apply, and it helps you compare offers.

APR (Annual Percentage Rate)Tasa de porcentaje anual

The yearly rate that shows the cost of your loan, including interest and certain fees. That is why it is usually different from the interest rate. It helps you compare loans.

Rate lockBloqueo de tasa

An agreement that holds your interest rate for a set time while your loan is processed, as long as the details of your application do not change. Always ask when it expires.

Earnest moneyDepósito de buena fe

Money you deliver to the title company after the seller accepts your offer (in Texas, usually within 3 days) to show you are serious. It is applied to your purchase at closing.

Option periodPeriodo de opción

The days agreed in your Texas purchase contract when you can inspect the home and end the contract for any reason. In exchange you pay the seller a fee (the option fee), which is delivered to the title company and, if you buy the home, credited to the price at closing.

AppraisalAvalúo

A licensed appraiser estimates the home's value for the lender. It is not the same as the inspection. If the appraisal comes in below the price, we walk you through your options.

UnderwritingSuscripción (revisión del prestamista)

The lender's in-depth review of your credit, income, savings, documents and the appraisal before it decides on your loan. It is common for the lender to ask for something more before final approval, such as a document or a letter of explanation.

Letter of explanation (LOE)Carta de explicación

A short letter you write to explain something in your file, such as a large deposit, a credit inquiry or a gap in employment.

Clear to closeListo para cerrar

The notice that the lender has signed off on the conditions and closing can be scheduled.

Closing DisclosureDeclaración de Cierre

A 5-page form with the final terms and all the costs of your loan. You must receive it at least 3 business days before you sign. Compare it with your Loan Estimate.

Escrow accountCuenta de depósito en garantía (escrow)

An account that holds part of your monthly payment to pay your property taxes and homeowners insurance when they are due. It is handled by the company you pay your mortgage to. Many loans require one.

Mortgage insurance (PMI or MIP)Seguro hipotecario

It protects the lender if the loan is not repaid. FHA loans require it (MIP), and so do many conventional loans when the down payment is small (PMI). It is not the same as homeowners insurance.

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Careers

Join our team and help families achieve the dream of homeownership.

Are You Passionate About Helping People?

At M First Mortgage LLC we're looking for motivated Loan Officers committed to our community. If you have experience in the mortgage industry or are interested in starting a career in this field, we want to meet you!

We offer a family-oriented work environment, ongoing training, and the opportunity to make a real difference in families' lives.

Competitive Commissions

Attractive compensation plan with commissions for each successfully closed loan.

Ongoing Training

Constant professional development and training to keep you up to date with the industry.

Flexibility

Work with flexible schedules and the possibility of remote/hybrid work.

Tools & Support

Access to cutting-edge technology and administrative support so you can focus on your clients.

Family Environment

A united team that works as a family, with values of respect and collaboration.

Professional Growth

Opportunities for career advancement and development within the company.

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Tips and resources for your path to homeownership

Privacy Policy

How we collect, use and protect your information.

For Real Estate Agents

Request a pre-approval letter for your buyer's offer or refer a client to us. We work with you and your client in Spanish or English.

Why agents work with us

Spanish and English

We explain every step to your client in their language, and to you in yours.

ITIN and self-employed buyers

Options for buyers with an ITIN, self-employed buyers and first-time buyers.

Multiple lenders

As a mortgage broker we compare programs from several lenders to find the one that fits your client.

Clear communication

We keep you posted on your client's loan through closing.

Is the seller offering a concession?

Compare a price cut with a 2-1 temporary or permanent rate buydown, and send the result to your buyer.

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Request a pre-approval letter

For buyers already pre-approved with us. We prepare the letter with your offer's price and address. New client? Use the referral form.

Your details

The offer

Refer a client

Send us your client's details and we will contact them to start their pre-qualification. We'll let you know once we've talked with them.

Your details

Your client

Client's situation (check all that apply)

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Is it urgent? Call or WhatsApp Maria at (281) 505-5306.

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Price Cut or Rate Buydown?

When the seller offers money, compare which option lowers your buyer's payment the most.

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One point costs 1% of the loan. How much it lowers the rate depends on the lender and the day; 0.25% is a common example.

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*Payments are principal and interest only; they do not include taxes, homeowners insurance, mortgage insurance or dues, so the actual payment will be higher. The interest rate is not the annual percentage rate (APR); the APR includes loan costs and will be higher. Ask us for a Loan Estimate. On FHA, VA and USDA loans the program's upfront fee is usually added to the loan, which raises the payment a little. The numbers you enter here are not a loan offer or a guaranteed rate. Programs, seller contribution limits and approval depend on the lender and the buyer. With a temporary buydown, the buyer qualifies at the full rate.

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