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GREATER SAN ANTONIO

Mortgage broker in New Braunfels, TX.

Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo, and Non-QM lending across Greater San Antonio. Same loan officers from soft-pull pre-qualification to clear-to-close.

  • Local Greater San Antonio lender — fast pre-qualification, no surprises
  • Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo, and Non-QM under one roof
  • Texas-only focus. Q Mortgage LLC, NMLS #2567464
Local snapshot

New Braunfels mortgage market at a glance

Population
110,000
2024
Loan limits

2026 loan limits for Comal County.

Loan limits can vary by county. Enter the property address or select the county for the correct limit.

2026 Conforming Loan Limit
$832,750
1-unit · Comal County

Source: FHFA conforming loan limit county file, full county loan limit list (HERA-based, final)

Verified: August 12, 2026

2026 FHA Loan Limit
$557,750
1-unit · Comal County

Source: HUD FHA single-family forward mortgage limits, CY2026, Texas (hicost1.cfm lookup)

Verified: August 12, 2026

VA Entitlement

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

Why buyers choose Q Mortgage

Mortgages, built around New Braunfels.

New Braunfels sits at the north edge of Greater San Antonio, and the buyer pool here is a mix of Austin commuters, San Antonio transplants, and families zoning into Comal ISD or New Braunfels ISD. Whether you're eyeing a historic bungalow near Gruene, a build near the Creekside developments off I-35, or acreage out past Canyon Lake, Q Mortgage (NMLS #2567464) shops your file across our lender panel and structures the loan around your actual timeline. Texas only. No call center.

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How much home can you afford in New Braunfels?

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 %

36% = conservative, 43% = QM, 50% = aggressive

Max home price
$287,771
Max monthly payment (PITI + PMI)
$2,400.00
Payment breakdown
Principal & interest
$1,660.89
Property tax
$479.62
Home insurance
$150.00
PMI
$109.49
DTI ratios
Front-end (housing)
30.3%
Back-end (housing + debts)
36.0%
Loan summary
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.

Local market

The New Braunfels market in context.

Comal County has been one of the faster-growing counties in the state, and New Braunfels sits at the center of that pressure. Price points vary widely. Established neighborhoods off Common Street and Landa Park trade differently than new construction near Veramendi or the Highway 46 corridor. Jumbo financing shows up regularly on riverfront property along the Guadalupe and Comal, on larger lots near Canyon Lake, and on custom builds in Vintage Oaks. Closer to the FHA-friendly end, first-time buyers and relocating military families from JBSA and Randolph make up a steady share of the market. Current county loan figures are shown in the card above on this page.

Programs available in New Braunfels

Every loan program we close, available across Greater San Antonio.

Because price points span a wide range here, we regularly place four buckets of loans in New Braunfels. Jumbo fits river property, Vintage Oaks, and higher-end Gruene homes. Conventional (including 3 and 5 percent down) covers most mid-market purchases. FHA works for first-time buyers in more affordable pockets. VA is heavily used by JBSA and Randolph-connected buyers, and entitlement, not a flat cap, drives what you can borrow. USDA can still apply on the rural fringe toward Sattler and Spring Branch. Q Mortgage will match the program to the property.

Frequently asked

New Braunfels mortgage FAQs

Do I need a jumbo loan to buy in New Braunfels?
It depends on the purchase price and your down payment. Homes in Gruene and along the Guadalupe River often push into jumbo territory, while inventory near FM 306 and Solms can stay within conforming. Check the current Comal County figures shown above on this page, then reach out and Q Mortgage will run the math on your scenario.
What are the current loan limits in Comal County?
The conforming, FHA, and VA-related county figures are published in the governed card above on this page. Those numbers update annually, so we point you there instead of restating them in the body copy.
Can a VA buyer purchase above the county figure in New Braunfels?
Often yes. VA entitlement controls how much the VA guarantees, not a hard ceiling on what an eligible veteran can borrow. Buyers around Randolph AFB and JBSA commuters use this regularly. Q Mortgage will walk you through entitlement, down payment options, and how the funding fee works.
Is FHA a good fit for first-time buyers here?
For entry-level price points in areas like Kensington Ranch or parts of west New Braunfels, FHA can work well because of the lower down payment and more flexible credit thresholds. We compare it side by side with conventional 3 percent down so you can see the real cost difference.
Can I refinance my New Braunfels home with Q Mortgage?
Yes. We handle rate and term refinances, cash-out refinances, VA IRRRLs for eligible veterans, and FHA streamlines. Texas has specific cash-out rules under Section 50(a)(6), and we will explain how they apply before you commit.
How long does closing usually take?
Timelines vary by loan type, appraisal turn times in Comal County, and how quickly documentation comes in. We give you a realistic window at application and update you at each milestone rather than promising a specific number of days.

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