Rio Grande Valley, TX

Home Loans for the Rio Grande Valley

From McAllen to Brownsville — FHA, ITIN, VA, and more. Bilingual service. Local expertise.

The Rio Grande Valley is home. It's where my clients raise their families, start their businesses, and build their futures. I've helped hundreds of RGV families get into homes — first-time buyers using FHA loans with down payment assistance, self-employed business owners using bank statement loans, and ITIN holders who thought homeownership wasn't possible for them. It is possible. I make it happen every day right here in the Valley.

$215,000
Median Home Price
Hidalgo County, 2024
~2.1%
Property Tax Rate
Hidalgo County average
1.4M+
Population
4-county metro
$524,225
FHA Loan Limit
2025 limit for Hidalgo County
No limit
VA Loan Limit
For eligible veterans with full entitlement
Local Market Insight

What Makes Rio Grande Valley Different

The RGV housing market moves fast in entry-level and mid-range price points. With median home prices still well below the Texas average, it's one of the most accessible markets in the state — but rising demand means buyers who aren't pre-approved get left behind. Hidalgo County property taxes run lower than Austin or San Antonio, which helps buyers qualify at lower incomes. That's a real advantage here.

Property Tax Note

Hidalgo County property taxes average around 2.1% of assessed value. On a $215,000 home that's roughly $4,500/year or $375/month — factored into your DTI. Still lower than Austin or Dallas, which helps you qualify for more home.

Who Buys Here

Working families earning $40K–$90K, first-generation homebuyers, ITIN holders, small business owners, Spanish-speaking households, military/veterans

Property Types

  • Single-family homes (majority of purchases)
  • New construction (Mission, Edinburg, McAllen)
  • Manufactured homes on owned land
  • Duplexes and small multifamily
  • Investment properties and rental units
  • Condos (South Padre Island)
  • Vacation homes (SPI beachfront)

Loan Programs for Rio Grande Valley Buyers

Each program has specific advantages in the Rio Grande Valley market. Here's a quick overview — click any to see the full Rio Grande Valley-specific page.

3.5% Down

FHA Loans

Get into your first home with 3.5% down — down payment assistance may cover it all.

If you're buying in a new subdivision in Mission or Edinburg, ask your builder if they have a prefer...
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0% Down

VA Loans

You served. Zero down, no PMI, competitive rates — you've earned this benefit.

Texas has a Veterans Land Board program that stacks with VA benefits for land purchases. If you're l...
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As Low as 3% Down

Conventional Loans

Move-up buyers and investors — conventional financing opens doors FHA can't.

The RGV is seeing appreciation even in markets that were flat for years. If you bought FHA 3–5 years...
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No Personal Income Required

DSCR Loans

Qualify on rental income. No tax returns. Build your RGV portfolio.

The Valley has a growing demand for rentals near UTRGV campuses in Edinburg and Brownsville, near th...
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No Tax Returns

Bank Statement Loans

Your business deposits tell the real income story. No tax returns required.

RGV business owners often have seasonal revenue spikes — import/export activity, agricultural cycles...
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Above Conforming Limits

Jumbo Loans

High-value home? We have jumbo financing above the conforming limit.

RGV jumbo buyers often have significant business or real estate assets that non-traditional lenders ...
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ITIN Accepted

Non-QM Loans

No Social Security number? You can still own a home in the Valley.

Many RGV ITIN borrowers have been paying rent consistently for 5–10 years. That rental payment histo...
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"I had an ITIN and everyone told me I couldn't buy a house. Rodolfo found me a lender who works with ITIN borrowers and I closed in 35 days. Now my family has a home in McAllen. I can't describe how that feels."
Maria G. · McAllen · ITIN / Non-QM Loan

Communities We Serve in Rio Grande Valley

Active buying in all zip codes throughout the Rio Grande Valley metro area.

McAllen Edinburg Mission Pharr Weslaco Harlingen Brownsville San Benito Donna Alamo Mercedes Elsa Palmview La Joya Sullivan City Roma Rio Grande City Laredo area South Padre Island
Rodolfo Toscano | NMLS #2248652 | The Big Mortgage | Licensed in Texas (TXSML) | Equal Housing Lender | This is not a commitment to lend. All loans are subject to credit approval and property qualification.

Ready to Buy in Rio Grande Valley?

I know the Rio Grande Valley market inside and out. Free consultation — I'll tell you exactly what you qualify for and what your real monthly payment will be.

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