Andy BraunNeighborhood Loans · NMLS #667008

Houston, TX · NMLS# 667008

Houston Mortgage Loan Officer

Licensed in Texas with over 20 years in lending. I help Houston-area buyers and homeowners with purchase, refinance, VA, FHA, new construction, and self-employed loan options.

Questions first? Call (520) 495-8989

Applying online is not a commitment to lend or a guarantee of approval. Terms subject to credit approval and underwriting.

Loan programs

Houston Home Loan Options

Home Purchase in Houston

First-time and move-up buyers. Compare conventional, FHA, and VA options side by side.

VA Loans in Houston

Zero down options for eligible veterans and active duty families.

FHA Loans in Houston

Flexible credit guidelines and 3.5 percent minimum down payment.

Refinance in Houston

Lower your rate, change your term, or tap equity when the numbers work.

Construction and Renovation in Houston

Build or renovate with a loan designed for the project.

Self-Employed Borrowers in Houston

Documentation options beyond traditional tax returns.

Process

How Getting a Mortgage in Houston Works

  1. Free consultation. We review your goals, budget, and timeline.
  2. Pre-approval. Know your price range before you make an offer.
  3. Loan selection. Compare programs and payments side by side.
  4. Underwriting to closing. I keep you, your agent, and title updated at each milestone.

Where I lend

Areas Served in Greater Houston

Houston · Katy · Cypress · Sugar Land · The Woodlands · Pearland

Read what clients say on my Experience.com reviews, or see the mortgage calculator.

FAQ

Houston Mortgage FAQs

Are you licensed to do mortgages in Texas?

Yes. I am licensed in Texas, Arizona, and California through Neighborhood Loans. You can verify NMLS 667008 at nmlsconsumeraccess.org.

Do you help buyers in Katy, Cypress, Sugar Land, and The Woodlands?

Yes. I help buyers and homeowners in Houston and across Texas, including the surrounding Houston-area communities.

What is a Texas cash-out refinance?

Texas has its own home equity rules, often called a Texas 50(a)(6) loan, with specific limits and waiting periods. I will explain how the rules apply to your home before you decide.

How much do I need for a down payment in Houston?

Conventional loans can start as low as 3 percent down for qualified buyers, FHA starts at 3.5 percent, and VA loans can allow zero down for eligible veterans.

I am self-employed. Can I still qualify?

Often, yes. There are documentation options beyond traditional tax returns depending on your situation. Let us review your scenario together.

Can you help me buy a new construction home in Houston?

Yes. I can help you compare builder incentives against outside financing and walk through construction loan options.

Ready to Buy or Refinance in Houston?

Call or text (520) 495-8989, or start your application online.