Licensed mortgage broker · NMLS 1248213

Your personal mortgage broker

We’ll compare your credit profile, income, obligations and documents to show available mortgage routes. Final terms depend on the lender, program, property and application review.

We review your credit profile and documents in detail
We calculate a realistic budget, including for self-employed buyers
We compare Jumbo options and down-payment requirements
12 states60+ lender partnersPreliminary review
Steve Tsvetkov, mortgage broker
since 2014
In mortgage lending
NMLS 1248213
Professional license
RU / EN
Service languages
individually
Terms are reviewed
Steve Tsvetkov
In the USA since 1997Moved from Ukraine to San Francisco

About me

My life: personal, career and hobbies

In 1997, together with my family, I moved to San Francisco from Ukraine to build a better life in America. My parents, entrepreneurs themselves, taught me the skills and dedication it takes to run a successful business — and to put clients first.

In 2014, after a short stint in Silicon Valley, I began working in the mortgage field and haven’t looked back since.

since 2014
in mortgage lending
since 1997
in the USA
RU / EN
service

Lender partners

Compare options from 60+ lending partners

We compare programs from more than 60 lending partners. Availability, rate, points, credits and requirements are determined for each application.

Broker compensation and any transaction costs are disclosed in the documents for the specific loan. Total cost depends on the selected lender and program.
AD Mortgage
loanDepot
Kind Lending
+57lender partners across the country

Consultation

Free consultation

Free consultation

Book a review of your situation with a licensed broker

We’ll answer questions and prepare a preliminary estimate. A credit check occurs only with your authorization and may affect your credit score depending on the type of inquiry.

A preliminary financial-profile review
Comparison of available mortgage programs
An estimated complete monthly payment

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Coverage

Mortgage and real estate by state

Compare 12 states by market context, buyer goals, complete payment, programs, and address-specific risks.

Process

I’m with you at every stage

A short questionnaireA short application so we get to know you and your situation. Your inquiry reaches my team first.
Discussing the detailsA personal account manager guides you through every stage and answers any questions.
Credit checkWe explain when a credit check is needed, which inquiry type will be used, and request authorization before the check.
Consultation callA licensed agent walks through your options in detail. Free, usually 15–60 minutes.
Through to closingTiming depends on the lender, program, documents, appraisal and other transaction participants. We support the process through closing.

Client stories

From dreams to reality

California homebuyer family
CaliforniaDown-payment assistanceFull payment reviewed

Identifying details have been changed. A working family with good credit did not have enough saved for the down payment. The team checked a program available at the time and calculated the complete payment, including taxes and insurance, before moving forward. The result depended on program rules, income, debts and the property at the time of the transaction.

Homebuyer navigating a life change
CaliforniaFHAClosing-cost assistance

Identifying details have been changed. The buyer needed a new home but had limited funds for the down payment and closing costs. The team compared FHA, an allowable seller credit and an assistance program available at the time. Program rules, limits and availability must be checked again for every client.

Family with non-standard income
CondoBank-statement incomeMixed income

Identifying details have been changed. The household combined private-practice income with a short salaried-employment history. After reviewing the documents, the team considered a bank-statement income program and joint qualification. This approach is not suitable for everyone and depends on lender rules, reserves and the property.

Software-professional family
JumboHELOCCombined financing

Identifying details have been changed. For a Jumbo-range purchase, the family did not have a standard down payment available and could not quickly use some assets. The team compared a combined structure with a HELOC and calculated the complete payment, including taxes and HOA. Eligibility for this structure depends on the lender, property and financial profile.

Homebuyer choosing a shorter term
15-year termLarger down paymentNo mortgage insurance

Identifying details have been changed. The buyer chose a shorter term instead of a standard 30-year mortgage and put more than 20% down, allowing the team to consider an option without mortgage insurance. The team compared the term, payment and total cost. Rates and results depend on the market and borrower profile at application.

Premium-home buyers
Jumbo25% downMultiple asset sources

Identifying details have been changed. For a premium property, the buyers planned a large down payment from multiple documented asset sources. The team coordinated source-of-funds documentation early and compared Jumbo options across partners. Final terms always depend on the market, lender, property and document review.

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We answer your questions

Answers to our clients’ most common questions

How much do your services cost?

Broker compensation, fees and possible transaction costs depend on the selected loan and are disclosed in the documents before closing. The initial consultation is free and does not require an application.

What if I don’t have a down payment?

Low- or zero-down-payment programs exist, but they are not available to everyone. We check state, county, income, property type, lender, funding and current rules before an application.

Is buying a home a good investment?

It depends on price, rent, expenses, taxes, insurance, liquidity and your goals. We can model financing scenarios, but an investment decision requires a separate risk review.

How long does the transaction take?

Timing depends on the lender, program, document readiness, appraisal, insurance and other transaction participants. A preliminary schedule is reviewed for the specific application and is not a guaranteed closing date.

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The initial consultation is free and carries no obligation. Broker compensation, fees and transaction costs for a specific loan are disclosed separately.