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Luxury Home Financing

Jumbo & Super Jumbo Loans Up to $5M

Finance luxury properties with jumbo loans up to $2.5 million or super jumbo financing up to $5 million. When your property exceeds conforming limits, we have the solution.

What is a Jumbo Loan?

A jumbo loan is a mortgage that exceeds the conforming loan limits set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). Because they can't be purchased by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, they carry different—often stricter—requirements.

2026 Limits

Baseline: $832,750. High-cost areas (CA, HI, NYC): up to $1,249,125.

Property Types

Primary homes, second homes, and investment properties (1-2 units).

Loan Amounts

Up to $2.5M for primary residence, $1.5M for second/investment.

Fixed Rates Only

15 and 30-year fixed. No ARMs, interest-only, or balloon payments.

Quick Eligibility Check

Answer a few questions to see if you might qualify for a jumbo loan.

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What type of property?

Requirements by Property Type

Jumbo loan requirements vary based on how you'll use the property. Here's what to expect for each scenario.

Primary Residence

Your main home

Max Loan Amount$2.5M
Max LTV80% (up to $1M)
Min Credit Score720+
Max DTI43%
Reserves12-36 months

Cash-out refinance available (up to $350K)

Second Home

Vacation property

Max Loan Amount$1.5M
Max LTV70%
Min Credit Score740+
Max DTI40%
Reserves18 months

No cash-out refinance

Investment Property

Rental income property

Max Loan Amount$1.5M
Max LTV65%
Min Credit Score760+
Max DTI38%
Reserves36 months

2-year property management experience required

Ultra-High-Value Properties

Super Jumbo Loans: $2M to $5M

For buyers seeking financing beyond standard jumbo limits, super jumbo loans provide access to up to $5 million. Requirements differ from standard jumbo—notably, credit requirements are slightly more flexible at 700+ FICO.

Primary Residence

$2M – $5M

Purchase/Rate-Term LTV70%
Cash-Out Refi LTV60%
Min Credit Score700+
Max DTI45%
Property Types1-2 Units

Condos: 5% LTV reduction

Second Home

$2M – $5M

Purchase/Rate-Term LTV60%
Cash-Out Refi LTV55%
Min Credit Score700+
Max DTI45%
Property Types1 Unit Only

Condos: 5% LTV reduction

Investment Property

$2M – $5M

Purchase/Rate-Term LTV50%
Cash-Out RefiNot Available
Min Credit Score700+
Max DTI45%
Property Types1-2 Units

Condos: 5% LTV reduction

Super Jumbo vs. Standard Jumbo: Key Differences

Loan Range

$2M – $5M

Credit Requirement

700+ FICO

Lower than standard jumbo

Max DTI

45%

Higher than standard jumbo

Same Limits

All 50 States

Including AK & HI

Self-Employed Borrowers

Business Owners Welcome

Self-employed borrowers face additional scrutiny on jumbo loans, but we work with investors who understand entrepreneurial income. Here's what you'll need:

2 Years of Tax Returns

Personal and business returns, signed and complete with all schedules

+3 Months Additional Reserves

Self-employed borrowers need extra cash cushion beyond standard requirements

Stable or Increasing Income

Income declines over 20% from the prior year are typically ineligible

YTD Profit & Loss Statement

Within 90 days of closing, prepared by your CPA or accountant

Business owner reviewing financial documents for jumbo loan

Business verification

Within 30 days of closing

Eligible vs. Ineligible Properties

Jumbo loans have specific property requirements. Understanding what qualifies can save time during your home search.

Eligible Properties

  • Single-family detached homes
  • Single-family attached (townhomes)
  • 2-unit properties (owner-occupied)
  • PUDs (Planned Unit Developments)
  • Warrantable condominiums
  • Site condos (primary residence only)
  • Properties with ADUs (accessory dwelling units)

Ineligible Properties

  • 3-4 unit properties
  • Manufactured or mobile homes
  • Condotels and hotel condos
  • Non-warrantable condos
  • Cooperatives (co-ops)
  • Working farms and ranches
  • Properties over 10 acres
  • Properties in Lava Zones 1-2 (Hawaii)
  • Florida flood zones A or V

State-Specific Considerations

Some states have unique rules that affect jumbo loan eligibility.

CA

California

Higher conforming limits in most counties ($1,249,125). First-time buyers can access up to $1.5M (vs. $1M elsewhere).

California programs →
TX

Texas

Important: Cash-out refinances on jumbo loans are restricted by Texas state law. Purchase and rate-and-term refis are available.

Texas programs →
FL

Florida

Properties in Flood Zone A or V are ineligible. Investment property condos in Florida are not allowed on jumbo.

Florida programs →
WA

Washington

First-time buyers can access up to $1.5M on jumbo. Seattle metro has $1,249,125 conforming limit.

Washington programs →
CO

Colorado

Denver metro conforming limit is $1,012,000. Properties in declining markets may see 5-10% LTV reductions.

Colorado programs →
HI

Hawaii

Properties in Lava Zone 1 or 2 (Big Island) are ineligible. $1,249,125 conforming limit statewide.

Hawaii programs →
Happy couple who closed on their jumbo loan home purchase

Loan Amount

$1.3M

Real Client Success Story

"We found our dream home in the Bay Area listed at $1.3 million. Other lenders quoted us rates over 8% for a jumbo loan. Emmett worked with multiple investors and got us approved at 7.125% with just 15% down. The whole process from application to closing was 38 days."
D&L

David & Lisa C.

$1.3M Purchase • Jumbo Loan • Palo Alto, CA

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