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GREATER SAN ANTONIO

Mortgage broker in Universal City, 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

Universal City mortgage market at a glance

Population
21,000
2024
Loan limits

2026 loan limits for Bexar County.

2026 Conforming Loan Limit
$832,750
1-unit · Bexar 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 · Bexar 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 Universal City.

Universal City sits right at the gate of Randolph Air Force Base, and that shapes almost everything about the housing market here. Whether you're PCSing into the 502nd, teaching in Judson ISD, or moving up from a starter home off Pat Booker Road, you need a lender who knows Bexar County paperwork and military timelines. Q Mortgage (NMLS #2567464) is a Texas-only broker, so Universal City buyers get shopped across multiple wholesale lenders instead of one bank's shelf.

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How much home can you afford in Universal City?

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 Universal City market in context.

Universal City runs on a mix of military, civilian defense contractors, and San Antonio commuters heading down I-35 or Loop 1604. Price points sit in the moderate range for Greater San Antonio, which means jumbo financing is uncommon here and most transactions land inside standard conforming or government-backed guidelines. Buyer profiles skew toward active duty and retired military using VA entitlement, first-time buyers in Judson ISD, and move-up families crossing over from Live Oak or Schertz. Bexar County appraisal and tax rules apply, and homestead exemption paperwork should be filed the January after you close.

Programs available in Universal City

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

Given the Randolph AFB footprint, VA loans carry a large share of Universal City closings. FHA is a strong second for entry-level buyers and credit-rebuild scenarios in Judson ISD neighborhoods. Conventional financing fits move-up buyers with stronger down payments. USDA is generally off the table this close to San Antonio. For higher price points, jumbo is available but rarely needed here. Q Mortgage shops each file across wholesale lenders to find the right structure.

Frequently asked

Universal City mortgage FAQs

Is Universal City a good fit for a VA loan?
Yes. With Randolph Air Force Base next door, VA financing is one of the most common programs we run through Bexar County. Active duty, retired, and Reserve buyers all qualify with full entitlement in most cases. Q Mortgage will walk you through the Certificate of Eligibility step.
What is the conforming loan limit in Bexar County?
Bexar County follows the standard one-unit conforming figure set for Texas. Current county figures are shown in the loan limit card above on this page. Anything above that ceiling moves into jumbo territory and uses different underwriting guidelines.
Can I use an FHA loan near Randolph AFB?
You can. FHA works well for first-time buyers and for borrowers rebuilding credit. The FHA county limit is lower than the conforming figure, so check the loan limit card above to see where your target price lands before you write an offer.
Do you handle refinances in Universal City?
Yes. Rate and term, cash-out, VA IRRRL, and FHA streamline refinances are all on the menu. Which one fits depends on your current loan type, how long you plan to stay, and how much equity you have in the home.
How long does a purchase loan take to close?
Timelines vary by program, appraisal turn times, and how quickly documents come back. Q Mortgage cannot guarantee a closing date, but we set expectations up front and keep your agent in the loop the whole way through.

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