Barrett Financial Group · The Murrieta Team

Loan Programs

Find the loan that fits.

As a broker we shop hundreds of wholesale lenders on your behalf. Every program below comes with its own films or lessons — watch first, then talk to us.

01

Conventional

Classic financing, sharpened by broker pricing.

Who this loan is for

  • Buyers with established credit (roughly 620+) and steady income
  • Down payments from 3% for qualifying buyers
  • Primary homes, second homes, and investment properties

What’s required

  • Income, asset, and credit documentation
  • Debt-to-income ratio within program limits
  • PMI applies under 20% down — it drops off as equity grows
02

FHA

Lower down payments for first steps onto the ladder.

Who this loan is for

  • First-time buyers and buyers rebuilding credit (from ~580)
  • As little as 3.5% down
  • Higher debt-to-income flexibility than conventional

What’s required

  • Primary residence only
  • FHA appraisal on the property
  • Upfront and monthly mortgage insurance premium (MIP)
03

VA

Zero-down honor for those who served.

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Veteran or active service member? The loan made for you.

The VA benefits worth knowing — $0 down among them.

Eligibility: who qualifies for a VA home loan.

How VA benefits extend to spouses and families.

Series finale — putting the benefit to work on your home.

Who this loan is for

  • Veterans, active-duty service members, and eligible surviving spouses
  • $0 down with no monthly mortgage insurance
  • Competitive rates backed by the VA guaranty

What’s required

  • Certificate of Eligibility (we can pull it for you)
  • Primary residence occupancy
  • One-time VA funding fee — waived for many disabled veterans
04

Jumbo

For the view lots and the vineyard estates.

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When the home you want costs more than the limit.

Who gets the most out of a jumbo loan.

The main benefits — one loan for the high-value home.

How jumbo financing works, in three parts.

Series wrap — financing the dream home.

Who this loan is for

  • Loan amounts above the conforming limit
  • Buyers of higher-value Southern California properties
  • Strong-credit borrowers who want one loan instead of two

What’s required

  • Typically 10–20% down depending on the scenario
  • Reserves after closing (months of payments in the bank)
  • Full income and asset documentation
05

First-Time Buyer

Down-payment assistance, walked through by hand.

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Down payments, explained

Who this loan is for

  • Buyers purchasing their first home (or first in three years)
  • Households that qualify for down-payment assistance programs
  • Anyone who wants the process explained, not assumed

What’s required

  • Program-specific income limits for most assistance options
  • A homebuyer education course for some programs
  • Standard credit, income, and asset documentation
06

Refinance

Rate, term, or cash-out — timed to the market.

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When a refinance pays off

Who this loan is for

  • Homeowners lowering their rate or shortening their term
  • Cash-out borrowers putting equity to work
  • Anyone whose loan no longer fits their life

What’s required

  • Sufficient equity for the new loan amount
  • Current mortgage statements and standard documentation
  • A clear benefit — we model it before you commit
07

Bank-Statement & Self-Employed

Bank statements welcome. Entrepreneurs funded.

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Self-employed and struggling to get a home loan? Start here.

Verifying income with personal or business bank statements.

Ditch the tax returns — how the loan qualifies you.

Part four — the recap if you missed the first three.

Series wrap — irregular income, real approval.

Who this loan is for

  • Self-employed borrowers whose write-offs shrink their tax returns
  • Business owners with strong deposits and thin 1040s
  • 1099 earners and gig professionals

What’s required

  • 12–24 months of personal or business bank statements
  • Typically 10%+ down and solid credit
  • Proof of self-employment (usually two years)
08

Investor & DSCR

Qualify on the property's rent, not your W-2.

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When traditional financing says no, DSCR says maybe.

Financing your next property — the investor's solution.

Tailor-made for income properties: how DSCR qualifies.

How investors use DSCR to grow the portfolio.

Series finale — taking the business to the next level.

Who this loan is for

  • Investors qualifying on the property's cash flow, not personal income
  • Portfolio builders — no cap from personal DTI
  • Buyers closing in an LLC or entity

What’s required

  • Rent that covers the payment (DSCR near 1.0 or better)
  • Typically 20–25% down
  • Reserves and standard property documentation
09

HELOC

A revolving line against your equity — draw as you need it.

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What home equity can do — consolidate, renovate, more.

Getting access to the equity you've built.

The three things you'll need to qualify.

Tapping equity without touching your first mortgage.

Series wrap — your equity, working for you.

Who this loan is for

  • Homeowners tapping equity without touching their first mortgage's rate
  • Renovations, tuition, consolidation — draw only what you need
  • Borrowers who want a reusable line instead of a lump sum

What’s required

  • Equity in the home (up to 89% combined loan-to-value)
  • 620+ FICO for the 7-Day Equity Loan
  • Income verification — no appraisal on the 7-Day product
10

New Construction

From dirt in French Valley to keys in hand.

Who this loan is for

  • Buyers of new builds from local and national builders
  • Anyone comparing builder-lender incentives against broker pricing
  • Long escrow timelines that need extended rate locks

What’s required

  • Purchase contract with the builder
  • Standard credit, income, and asset documentation
  • Lock strategy for the construction timeline — we manage it

FAQ

Loan questions, answered

Do I need to save for a 20% down payment?

No! With FHA loans, you could get approved for options as little as 3.5% down, VA and USDA loans can offer you $0-down options, and with Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) you can get into your new home with less than a 20% down payment. Whatever your situation, talk to your mortgage lender to discuss options.

What's the difference between an adjustable and a fixed rate mortgage?

A fixed rate mortgage means that the interest rate is set when you take out the loan and will not change. With an adjustable rate mortgage, the interest rate may go up or down after a certain amount of time. Many adjustable rate mortgages will start at a lower interest rate than fixed rate mortgages.

What is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)?

Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is a type of insurance you may be required to pay if you are taking out a conventional mortgage with a downpayment that is less than 20% of the home's overall value. If you refinance your home with a conventional loan and your equity is less than 20% of the home's value, you may also be required to pay PMI. Private Mortgage Insurance protects the lender in the event that you stop making payments on your loan.

Why use a broker instead of my bank?

A bank can offer you its shelf. As a brokerage, we shop hundreds of wholesale lenders and price your exact scenario across them — which is how tricky files get approved and easy files get cheaper.