Mortgage broker in Houston, TX.
Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo, and Non-QM lending across Greater Houston. Same loan officers from soft-pull pre-qualification to clear-to-close.
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- Texas-only focus. Q Mortgage LLC, NMLS #2567464
Houston mortgage market at a glance
- Population
- 2,300,000
- 2024
2026 loan limits for Harris County.
Loan limits can vary by county. Enter the property address or select the county for the correct limit.
Source: FHFA conforming loan limit county file, full county loan limit list (HERA-based, final)
Verified: August 12, 2026
Source: HUD FHA single-family forward mortgage limits, CY2026, Texas (hicost1.cfm lookup)
Verified: August 12, 2026
Eligible Veterans with full VA entitlement generally do not have a VA-imposed maximum loan amount. Loan approval remains subject to lender requirements, credit, income, residual income, property value, and available entitlement. County conforming limits can remain relevant when entitlement is not fully available.
Source: VA home loan entitlement guidance
Verified: August 12, 2026
Mortgages, built around Houston.
Buying in Houston means navigating a market that stretches from the Texas Medical Center out to Katy, Cypress, and the Energy Corridor. Whether you're relocating for a role at the TMC, moving closer to Memorial or Bellaire for the school zoning, or purchasing your first home in a Harris County suburb, the loan structure matters as much as the offer price. Q Mortgage (NMLS #2567464) is a Texas-only broker built for buyers who want a straight answer and a clean file.
How much home can you afford in Houston?
Adjust the inputs to see your max purchase price, target monthly payment, and front-end/back-end DTI. Tied to the same calc engine our loan officers use.
Gross household income
Cards, auto, student loans
Cash you have available
Texas avg ~2.0%
36% = conservative, 43% = QM, 50% = aggressive
- Principal & interest
- $1,660.89
- Property tax
- $479.62
- Home insurance
- $150.00
- PMI
- $109.49
- Front-end (housing)
- 30.3%
- Back-end (housing + debts)
- 36.0%
- Loan amount
- $262,771
- LTV at origination
- 91.3%
- Cash to close (est.)
- $33,633
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Estimate only. Lenders evaluate credit score, employment history, asset reserves, and loan program in addition to DTI. Cash-to-close uses a 3% closing-cost estimate; actual closing costs vary by lender, title, and county.
The Houston market in context.
Harris County is the most populous county in Texas and covers a wide range of price points. Entry-level buyers are active in areas like Alief, Aldine, and parts of the north side, while jumbo financing shows up regularly in West University, Bellaire, River Oaks, Memorial, and pockets of The Woodlands corridor. Energy sector professionals, medical center staff, and Port of Houston logistics workers make up a large share of our purchase pipeline. Flood zone considerations and MUD district taxes are part of nearly every Houston transaction, and both affect qualifying. Current Harris County loan figures are shown in the card above on this page.
Every loan program we close, available across Greater Houston.
Houston's price range is wide, so program fit varies by ZIP code. Conventional loans cover most of the metro. FHA is a common fit for first-time buyers in areas like Pasadena, Spring Branch, and northeast Harris County. VA loans work well for veterans across the metro, including those stationed near Ellington Field. Jumbo financing comes into play for buyers in West University, Bellaire, Memorial, and River Oaks. USDA can apply on the outer edges of the metro. Q Mortgage will match the program to the property.
Government-backed
FHA Loans
Low down payment, flexible credit. Great for first-time buyers.
Learn moreVA Loans
Zero-down financing for veterans, active duty, and surviving spouses.
Learn moreUSDA Loans
Zero-down for rural and suburban-eligible properties.
Learn moreFirst-Time Home Buyer
Programs and guidance for your first purchase.
Learn moreDown Payment Assistance
TX grants and second-lien programs to bridge the down-payment gap.
Learn more1% Down Programs
Special programs that close with as little as 1% from you.
Learn moreZero Down Programs
Pathways to a zero-down purchase via VA, USDA, or lender credits.
Learn more100% Financing
100% LTV options for qualifying borrowers.
Learn moreConventional
Conventional Loans
Standard 3% to 20% down loans backed by Fannie/Freddie.
Learn moreJumbo Loans
Above-conforming financing for higher-priced homes.
Learn moreFixed-Rate Mortgage
Lock the same rate for 15 or 30 years.
Learn moreAdjustable-Rate Mortgage
Lower intro rate for buyers who plan to move or refi.
Learn more30-Year Mortgage
Most-common loan term for primary residences.
Learn moreRefinance & equity
Refinance Overview
Find the right refi structure for your equity + rate goals.
Learn moreRate-and-Term Refinance
Lower your rate or shorten your term.
Learn moreCash-Out Refinance
Tap equity for renovations, debt consolidation, or investment.
Learn moreHELOC
Revolving credit line tied to your home equity.
Learn moreHome Equity Loan
Fixed-rate second lien against your TX home equity.
Learn moreSpecialty programs
Rent-to-Own
Lease-to-purchase pathway for buyers who need time.
Learn moreNew Construction
Financing for spec, semi-custom, and custom new builds.
Learn moreConstruction & Renovation
Single-close construction or renovation financing.
Learn moreLand Loans
Acquire raw or improved land for future construction.
Learn moreMedical Professional
Physician/MD/DO programs with relaxed DTI + student-loan handling.
Learn moreITIN Loans
Financing for borrowers without an SSN using an ITIN.
Learn moreTip Worker Loans
Income-qualification using documented tip income.
Learn moreNon-QM & investor
Bank Statement Loans
12- or 24-month bank statements in lieu of tax returns.
Learn moreP&L Loans
CPA- or borrower-prepared P&L for self-employed income.
Learn more1099 Loans
Qualify on 1099 income instead of W-2 or returns.
Learn moreAsset Depletion
Qualify using verified assets converted to monthly income.
Learn moreDSCR (Investor)
Qualify the property — no personal income docs required.
Learn moreFix-and-Flip
Short-term acquisition + rehab financing for flippers.
Learn moreBridge / Hard Money
Short-term financing to bridge purchase and permanent loan.
Learn morePortfolio / Blanket
Single loan across multiple investment properties.
Learn moreShort-Term Rental
Financing structured around STR / Airbnb income.
Learn moreForeign National
TX financing for non-US-citizen / non-resident borrowers.
Learn moreExpanded Program
Catch-all Non-QM for scenarios outside standard guidelines.
Learn moreHouston mortgage FAQs
Do I need jumbo financing to buy in Houston?
What is the FHA loan limit in Harris County?
Can I use a VA loan for a higher-priced home in Houston?
Does Q Mortgage handle refinances in Houston?
How does flood zone status affect my mortgage?
Are you licensed outside Texas?
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