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Your best home loan is a clear, simple one. 
I can help you...

Is your bank on the corner giving you a hard time?
No tax returns? Want to qualify using bank statement deposits? Tap into your home equity?
we got you...

Self-employed:

  • Bank Statement only

  • Asset Depletion only

  • P&L only

Homebuyers

  • VA Loan

  • Conventional

  • FHA

  • Jumbo ​

  • NJ Down Payment Assistance

Investors​

  • DSCR (no-income doc)

  • Bridge

  • Foreign National​

Homeowners​

  • Home Equity Loan

  • HELOC

  • Reverse​

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Why We're Different

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When Other Banks Say No

Turned down by a bank? That doesn’t mean no. Big banks often have one way of looking at your finances. We have many. With options like bank statement, P&L, DSCR and asset-based loans, we help business owners, investors and self-employed borrowers find a path forward.

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Integrity

We’re upfront, always. We look at every option to find what’s truly best for you, even if that means it’s not a loan with us. Honest advice, full transparency, and your information kept confidential, every step of the way.

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Smooth Closings

Apply right from your phone. We connect directly to your bank, payroll and tax documents, so you won’t be asked for the same paperwork twice. We verify your income and assets upfront, so there are no last-minute surprises, just a smooth path to closing day.

Veterans, you earned this.

Your VA loan can do more than you think.

Thank you for your service, now let's get you home.

Get to Know Us

You served, and your VA loan benefit is one of the most powerful tools you’ve earned. But too many veterans are told it’s “complicated” or that “sellers don’t like VA offers.” We’re here to change that. We’ll walk you through your options, structure your loan the smart way, and help you use your benefit with confidence.

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  • $0 down for eligible veterans

  • No monthly mortgage insurance (PMI)

  • Competitive rates backed by the VA

  • Reusable benefit: it’s not a one-time deal

  • Funding fee exemption for eligible veterans with service-connected disabilities

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Here's the thing....

When I bought my house, my son said "mom, now when I look out the window I see other houses instead of a parking lot." The way he said it, it was beyond touching for me. Moving from a condo into a home, not only gave us more space but it gave us new perspectives, new living. It's an honor and an advantage for my son to see and learn the wins in buying a home as we often talk about the home values in our neighborhood appreciating each year, the tax benefits because of the mortgage and even the money spent on decor and maintenance (what you value changes a bit with being a homebuyer aka restaurants are so less impressive with a beautiful home!). But, overall, I feel so many more discussions need to be had around our relationship with money. And it starts with home - the conversations we have there, and the equity that is built there. So, whether your next move is a single family home, townhome, condo, a larger house, an investment property - what would that look like for you and your future self? 

 

When beginning your search for your new home, unless you’re buying your next home with all cash, you have a lot riding on your Mortgage Advisor. So many things can change quickly throughout your home buying process; mortgage programs, market conditions or contract negotiations/fallouts. And for these reasons, you need to make sure you’re partnering with a top professional who is able to give you quick and accurate financial advice to help ensure you close on your new home.

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My +17 year love for real estate and finance allows me to serve and educate, I get to partner with the best Real Estate Agents, I lead a successful team of Loan Officers and I oversee finance for a development/construction company. I manage quite a few things, but my success is in listening to what others need, and problem solving quickly and effectively. ​

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Click here to add yourself to my calendar or submit a mortgage application via button below.

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I look forward to working with you.

Got Questions? We Have Answers.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Should I buy now or wait for rates to drop?
Waiting is a decision too. When rates drop, more buyers come back and prices can go up. The real question isn’t timing the market. It’s whether the payment works for your life today. Let’s run your numbers and see.

 

I’m self-employed. Can I still qualify?
Yes, you may have more options than you think. If your tax returns don’t show your true income because of write-offs, we have programs that use bank statements, P&L statements or assets instead.

 

Can I use my home equity without touching my low-rate first mortgage?
Yes. That’s why so many homeowners are using our interest-only HELOC. It’s a separate line of credit that sits behind your first mortgage. Homeowners are using it to renovate, pay off higher-interest debt, invest, or fund their business, all while keeping that great first mortgage rate. 
Your home secures the line of credit. Subject to credit approval.

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Do I really need 20% down?
Nope. Many loan programs allow much less, and eligible veterans may qualify with $0 down. The right amount depends on your goals, and sometimes keeping cash in the bank is the smarter move.

 

What’s the difference between pre-qualified and pre-approved?
A pre-qualification is an estimate. A pre-approval means we’ve actually reviewed your income, assets and credit. In a competitive situation, a pre-approval carries more weight with sellers.

 

Are mortgage buydowns worth it?
Sometimes. A buydown can lower your payment, but it’s usually a couple hundred dollars a month, not life-changing. Things like structure, taxes, debt payoff and where you buy often save more. We’ll show you the full picture.

 

How fast can you close?
In as little as 14 days, depending on your file. We verify your income and assets upfront, so there are fewer surprises along the way.

 

My bank turned me down. Can you still help?
Possibly. Banks often look at your finances one way. We look at the full picture and have more loan options, so a “no” somewhere else doesn’t have to be your final answer.

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About Us

Mortgage lender and mortgage broker. Powered by Cornerstone First Mortgage. Lending in 49 states. Competitive rates, traditional and no-income doc home loans available. Investors welcomed.

Close in as little as 14 days.

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Tel. 856.412.4608
asamuels@cfmtg.com
1820 Chapel Ave W, Suite 300 
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

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