Colorado Mortgage Expert

Most Lenders Give You a Rate. I Give You a Strategy.

I'm Jerry Garcia, and I specialize in the loans other lenders don't know how to do. VA purchases for military families building wealth. Bank statement loans for business owners who are tired of being penalized for smart tax planning. DSCR loans for investors ready to scale. If someone told you "no," you just haven't talked to me yet.

Jerry Garcia, Colorado mortgage expert specializing in VA, DSCR, bank statement, and Non-QM loans
Jerry Garcia
Loan Originator · NMLS #994639
CE
Certified Instructor
13
Years in the Industry
2hr
Certified CE Instructor
100s
Loans Closed
1
Goal: Get You Funded
What I Do

Six Ways to Get You
Into Your Next Home

Every borrower is different. Cookie-cutter loans leave money on the table. I find the program that actually fits.

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Top Specialty

VA Home Loans

I've helped active duty service members buy at their duty station, convert to a rental when they PCS, and do it all over again. That's how you build a real estate portfolio before you even retire. Zero down. Full strategy.

Ideal for: Active duty, veterans, reservists & surviving spouses
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Investor Favorite

DSCR Loans

With DSCR, the property's income qualifies you, not your personal income. No tax returns, no W-2s, no employer verification. Just the deal and the numbers. It's the fastest way to scale a portfolio without hitting a paperwork wall.

Ideal for: Real estate investors, portfolio builders & LLC buyers
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Self-Employed

Bank Statement Loans

You're smart about taxes, so your returns don't show what you actually earn. Bank statement programs use 12 to 24 months of deposits to show your real income. You shouldn't have to choose between a home and a tax bill.

Ideal for: Business owners, freelancers, gig workers & entrepreneurs
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Alternative

Non-QM Loans

Recent credit event? Foreign national? Asset-rich but income-light? Non-QM exists for the situations that don't fit the box. I actually teach a CE course on this topic, so it's kind of my thing.

Ideal for: Non-traditional income, recent credit events, unique situations
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Classic

Conventional Loans

The gold standard of home financing. Competitive rates, flexible terms, and options for primary, second home, and investment properties. Sometimes the straightforward path really is the right one.

Ideal for: Strong credit borrowers, primary residence & second homes
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First-Time Buyer

FHA Loans

Lower down payments and more flexible credit requirements. FHA is a solid on-ramp to homeownership, and you don't need a perfect financial history to get started.

Ideal for: First-time buyers, lower down payment, credit flexibility
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Looking for a Reverse Mortgage?

If you're 62 or older and want to tap into your home's equity without a monthly mortgage payment, a reverse mortgage might be the right move. Jerry specializes in those too.

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Dollar Amount
%
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,752
Principal & Interest$2,335
Property Tax$267
Insurance$150
Loan Amount$360,000
These are estimates. Talk to Jerry for a personalized quote with real-time rates.
My Story

I Didn't Get Into This to Be Average

I started my career as the preferred lender for one of the largest homebuilders in Colorado, managing a team of loan officers and learning what it takes to close at volume without cutting corners.

Then I went where most loan officers won't. I served active duty military families buying at their duty stations across the country. I wasn't just closing loans. I was helping service members build real estate portfolios, one PCS at a time.

Today, I bring that same energy to every borrower I work with in Colorado. Whether you're a business owner who's been told your tax returns are "too low," an investor who needs a smarter loan product, or a veteran who deserves someone who actually gets the VA benefit... I'm the person you want in your corner.

"Your situation isn't a problem to solve. It's a strategy to build."
Jerry Garcia, Colorado mortgage expert
NMLS
#994639
CO Lic
#100041939
CE
Certified Instructor
Edge
Home Finance Corp
Who I Help

Built for Borrowers Who
Don't Fit the Mold

If every loan officer you've talked to sounds the same, that's the problem. I'm not every loan officer.

🎖️

Veterans & Active Duty

Your VA benefit is one of the most powerful wealth-building tools you have. I'll help you use it at every duty station and turn each PCS into an investment opportunity.

→ VA purchase, IRRRL, portfolio strategy
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Business Owners

Your CPA saved you thousands on taxes, and now a lender says you "don't make enough." Sound familiar? Bank statement loans show your real income without the tax penalty.

→ Bank statement, P&L, asset-based
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Real Estate Investors

Whether it's property two or property twenty, DSCR loans let the deal speak for itself. No income docs. No employer verification. Just the numbers.

→ DSCR, portfolio loans, LLC closings
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First-Time Buyers

You don't need to have it all figured out. I'll walk you through every option, from FHA to conventional to down payment assistance, and make sure you understand the whole picture.

→ FHA, conventional, DPA programs
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Non-Traditional Borrowers

Recent credit event? Foreign national? Complex income? The mortgage world has more options than most people realize. I know them because I teach them.

→ Non-QM, asset depletion, foreign national
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Real Estate Agents

You need a lender who communicates, gets creative when deals hit bumps, and never lets your reputation take a hit. I'm that partner. Ask about my CE course too.

→ Referral partner, CE course, deal support
For Real Estate Agents

I Don't Just Close Loans. I Teach Them.

I'm a certified instructor for a 2-hour Colorado CE course on Non-QM loan products. Most agents have heard of bank statement loans or DSCR, but very few can explain them to their clients with confidence. This course changes that.

When your agents understand the full lending landscape, they can serve more buyers, rescue more deals, and position you as the brokerage that goes the extra mile.

  • Colorado Division of Real Estate approved
  • Covers Bank Statement, DSCR, Asset-Based & more
  • Real scenarios, not textbook theory
  • Available for offices, brokerages, or agent groups
Book a CE Session
Continuing Education
Non-QM Loan Products
2
Hours CE Credit
Jerry GarciaNMLS #994639 · Certified Instructor
How It Works

Four Steps. No Surprises.
No Runaround.

I don't disappear after the application. You'll hear from me, not a call center.

1

Strategy Call

We talk about your goals, your finances, and what you're actually trying to accomplish. No pressure. No hard sell. Just clarity.

2

Custom Game Plan

I come back to you with real options and real numbers, so you can make the call that's right for your situation.

3

Execution & Updates

Once we're rolling, I keep you and your agent in the loop at every milestone. You'll never have to chase me for an update.

4

Close & Beyond

We close on time. And after that, I'm still here for your next purchase, your refi, or just a question down the road.

Common Questions

What People Ask Me

A DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loan qualifies you based on the rental income of the investment property, not your personal income. No tax returns, no W-2s, no employer verification required. It's built for investors who want to scale without the documentation burden of conventional loans.
Yes. Bank statement loan programs allow self-employed borrowers to qualify using 12 to 24 months of personal or business bank statements instead of tax returns. This is designed for business owners who minimize taxable income through legitimate deductions and write-offs.
Non-QM (Non-Qualified Mortgage) loans don't follow the standard guidelines set by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac. They include bank statement loans, DSCR loans, asset-based lending, and programs for borrowers with recent credit events. I'm a certified CE instructor on this topic, so it's one of my core specialties.
Absolutely, and it's one of my favorite strategies to work on. Active duty service members can purchase a home at each duty station using their VA benefit, live in it during that assignment, and keep it as a rental when they PCS. Over a career, this can build a serious portfolio of income-producing properties.
In many cases, yes. A "no" from one lender often just means the wrong product or an incomplete understanding of your situation. With access to Non-QM products, bank statement programs, and a range of alternative solutions, there's usually a path forward. Let's talk and find out.
Yes. I'm certified to teach a 2-hour Colorado continuing education course on Non-QM loan products. It's approved by the Colorado Division of Real Estate and covers bank statement loans, DSCR, asset-based lending, and more. I can deliver it for your office or brokerage, so just reach out to schedule.

Stop Settling for a Loan. Start Building a Strategy.

Whether you're buying your first home, scaling an investment portfolio, or someone told you "no" when they shouldn't have... let's have a real conversation about what's possible.