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Lenders

Connect with a lender to get pre-approved before beginning the buying process. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor strategically moving assets, knowing your buying power upfront is everything. A pre-approval strengthens your negotiating position because sellers know you're a serious buyer who's already taken the first step — and for investors, it keeps your acquisition strategy moving without unnecessary delays. Pre-approval helps you determine your purchasing power, what price points you can comfortably target, and what your loan payments will look like so you can make smart, confident decisions.

 

Need a lender? Find helpful suggestions here.

Property Lenders

United Direct Lending

Erica Davis:

850-590-8992

Email: Erica.davis@uniteddirectlending.com

4008 Legendary Dr.

Ste. 300 Destin, FL 32541

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Crosscountry Mortgage

Sean Frith:

678-410-1751

Email:  Sean.Frith@ccm.com

34990 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Ste 300

Destin, FL  32541

(portfolio lender)

LendSmart

Mallory Fotiades:

910-818-8378

Email: mfotiades@lendsmartmortgage.com

4534 Hwy 20 E, Niceville, FL 32578

(military expertise)

 

The Kristen Blossman Group

Barby Wiggins, 850-654-1994

(many loan options)

Scott Gashaw, 850-654-1994

(commercial land)

495 Grand Blvd #270, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

*The lenders listed here are provided as a courtesy and for your convenience only.

Buyers and Sellers are encouraged to choose the lender that best fits their individual needs and are not obligated to use any lender from this list.

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