Why Virginia Homebuyers Choose Powerhouse Mortgages: An Honest, Side-by-Side Guide

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Duane Buziak

Duane Buziak
Mortgage Maestro | NMLS #1110647 | Coast2Coast Mortgage LLC
Licensed Mortgage Broker serving Virginia, Florida, Tennessee, Georgia, and Washington, specializing in VA home loans and first-time homebuyer programs.

Picture this: you’re sitting at your kitchen table in Richmond, Chesterfield, or Fredericksburg. You’ve pulled up a browser tab with a list of more than 20 mortgage lenders. Rocket Mortgage is running ads everywhere. Your neighbor used Movement Mortgage. Your coworker swears by their credit union. And somewhere in the middle of all that noise, you’re trying to figure out who actually has your best interest in mind.

This is the moment most Virginia homebuyers face, and it’s genuinely high-stakes. A mortgage isn’t a subscription you cancel if you don’t like it. For most people, it’s the largest financial commitment of their lives. Getting the rate wrong by a quarter point on a $350,000 loan costs tens of thousands of dollars over 30 years. Choosing a lender who can’t close on time costs you the house entirely.

This article isn’t a sales pitch. It’s a structured, honest framework for evaluating any mortgage lender or broker — with transparent comparisons so you can make a genuinely informed decision. Along the way, you’ll see exactly what Powerhouse Mortgages brings to that comparison, and where another option might be the right fit for your specific situation.

Duane Buziak, Mortgage Maestro (NMLS #1110647), built Powerhouse Mortgages around five structural differentiators that matter most to Virginia borrowers in 2026: access to 500+ wholesale lenders — a documented network that creates genuine rate competition on every file — a soft pull mortgage pre-qualification (NoTouch Credit PreQual) that protects your score during shopping, competitive close times, credit flexibility down to a 500 FICO score for eligible VA borrowers, and deep familiarity with Virginia’s diverse housing markets from Short Pump to Virginia Beach. With 1,400+ verified five-star reviews across verified platforms, that track record is documented, not just claimed. Each of those differentiators gets examined honestly in the sections below, with the math and sourcing to back it up.

One important note before we dive in: many Virginia borrowers start their mortgage journey by searching for a soft pull mortgage, a no hard inquiry pre-qual, or a no credit hit mortgage application. If that’s you, the NoTouch Credit PreQual at Powerhouse Mortgages is exactly that — a soft credit pull that delivers real eligibility data across 500+ wholesale lenders at zero cost to your credit score. You can learn more about the local mortgage broker benefits and how the broker model compares to the alternatives before committing to anything.

The Virginia Mortgage Landscape: What You’re Actually Choosing Between

Before you can evaluate any lender, you need to understand the structural difference between the three types of mortgage sources available to Virginia borrowers. This distinction determines your rate access, your approval flexibility, and how many options you actually have.

Retail Banks and Credit Unions lend their own money using their own guidelines. When you apply at a bank, you’re applying for that bank’s product. If your profile doesn’t fit their box, the answer is no. Their rate is their rate.

Direct Lenders fund loans directly, sometimes using their own capital and sometimes through warehouse lines. They have more flexibility than banks but still operate from a single product shelf. Rocket Mortgage, Movement Mortgage, Veterans United, Freedom Mortgage, PennyMac, Guild Mortgage, Fairway Independent, NFM Lending, Embrace Home Loans, PrimeLending, Atlantic Bay, and C&F Mortgage all operate primarily as direct lenders. So do several strong Virginia-based names: Alcova Mortgage, Southern Trust Mortgage, and CapCenter (known for its no-closing-cost model). Prosperity Mortgage operates as a joint venture lender in Virginia.

Mortgage Brokers don’t lend their own money. Instead, they submit your loan to multiple wholesale lenders and shop your profile across a wide matrix of guidelines and pricing. Powerhouse Mortgages operates as a broker with access to hundreds of wholesale lenders, including UWM (United Wholesale Mortgage), which itself is a wholesale lender that works exclusively through brokers, not directly with consumers. Understanding the local mortgage broker benefits can help you see why this structure often produces better outcomes for Virginia buyers. CrossCounty Mortgage, River City Lending, and RatePro Mortgage also operate with broker or correspondent structures in Virginia.

Here’s a side-by-side comparison of what each model typically delivers:

Lender Type Comparison Table

Retail Bank / Credit Union: Lender access: 1 institution | Rate shopping: None | Credit flexibility: Limited to bank guidelines | Non-QM programs: Rarely | Local Virginia expertise: Varies | Typical speed: Standard

Direct Lender (e.g., Rocket, Movement, Alcova): Lender access: 1 product shelf | Rate shopping: None | Credit flexibility: Moderate, depends on lender | Non-QM programs: Some | Local Virginia expertise: Varies by lender | Typical speed: Moderate to fast

Mortgage Broker (e.g., Powerhouse Mortgages): Lender access: Hundreds of wholesale lenders | Rate shopping: Yes, across multiple lenders | Credit flexibility: High, multiple guideline matrices | Non-QM programs: Yes | Local Virginia expertise: Deep (Virginia-focused) | Typical speed: Fast with pre-underwriting

Understanding this structural difference is the single most important thing you can do before choosing a mortgage lender. It’s not about who has the nicest website or the most advertising. It’s about how many options you actually have access to when your loan is being priced and approved.

NoTouch Credit: How to Explore Your Options Without a Score Penalty

One of the most common questions Virginia homebuyers ask is: “Does getting pre-approved hurt my credit score?” The answer depends entirely on how the lender pulls your credit, and this is where most borrowers don’t realize they have a choice.

There are two types of credit inquiries. A hard pull is a full credit inquiry that gets recorded on your credit report and can temporarily lower your FICO score, typically by a few points per inquiry. A soft pull checks your credit profile without triggering a scoring impact. It generates real data about your credit health without leaving a footprint that other lenders or scoring models can see.

Powerhouse Mortgages’ NoTouch Credit PreQual uses a soft pull approach powered by Vantage Score 4.0. VantageScore 4.0 is a credit scoring model developed by VantageScore Solutions as an alternative to traditional FICO models. It uses trended credit data, meaning it analyzes how your credit behavior has changed over time, not just a single snapshot. This matters for borrowers who have been rebuilding credit, who carry borderline scores, or who have been declined elsewhere and are trying to understand their real options without further damaging their position. More information on VantageScore 4.0 is available at vantagescore.com.

Here’s a concrete scenario. A borrower in Midlothian has a 620 credit score and is exploring mortgage options. They apply at three different direct lenders, each running a hard pull. Depending on timing and existing inquiries, those three hard pulls could collectively nudge their score down by several points, potentially pushing them below a qualification threshold at the fourth lender they try. With a NoTouch soft pull PreQual through Powerhouse Mortgages, that same borrower gets a real PreQual letter, a clear picture of their options across hundreds of lenders, and their score stays intact while they decide what to do next. Borrowers who want to understand this process in detail can review our full guide on no credit check mortgage pre-approval for Virginia homebuyers.

The CFPB does provide some protection for rate-shopping borrowers. Under FICO scoring models, multiple mortgage-related hard inquiries made within a 14 to 45 day window are typically treated as a single inquiry for scoring purposes. You can verify this directly at the CFPB’s consumer resource page: consumerfinance.gov.

The practical limitation of the CFPB rate-shopping window is that it only protects you once you’ve committed to applying. If you’re in early exploration mode, comparing lenders before you’ve chosen one, every hard pull at every lender still counts. The NoTouch approach is specifically designed for that early stage: get real information, protect your score, and make a decision from a position of knowledge rather than pressure.

For a borrower protecting a borderline score in Glen Allen, Hanover, or anywhere else in Virginia, this isn’t a minor convenience. It’s the difference between qualifying and not qualifying.

Hundreds of Lenders vs. One Product Shelf: The Rate Access Advantage

Here’s the core structural argument for the broker model: when Powerhouse Mortgages submits your loan, your profile is matched against a wide matrix of lender guidelines and pricing across hundreds of wholesale lenders simultaneously. When a direct lender submits your loan, it goes to one underwriting team with one set of guidelines and one rate sheet.

That structural difference has a direct impact on your rate. Wholesale lenders compete for broker business, which means pricing at the wholesale level is often sharper than what the same lender would offer through its retail channel. The broker then passes that pricing to you, typically earning a fee from the lender rather than building margin into the rate the way a retail lender does. Borrowers who want to see how this plays out in real numbers can review current mortgage rates in Virginia and how Powerhouse competes against big lenders on pricing.

To make this concrete, here is an illustrative rate payment comparison for a $350,000 loan on a 30-year fixed term. These are illustrative examples only, not rate quotes. Actual rates depend on credit score, LTV, loan type, and daily market conditions.

Rate Payment Comparison Table (Illustrative, $350,000 / 30-Year Fixed)

Rate: 6.50% | Monthly P&I: $2,212 | Total Interest (30 years): $446,320 | Difference vs. 6.75%: Save $58/month

Rate: 6.75% | Monthly P&I: $2,270 | Total Interest (30 years): $467,200 | Difference vs. 6.50%: Pay $58/month more

Rate: 7.00% | Monthly P&I: $2,329 | Total Interest (30 years): $488,440 | Difference vs. 6.75%: Pay $59/month more

Breakeven Math on a 0.25% Rate Reduction (6.75% to 6.50%):

Monthly savings from the lower rate: $58. If buying down the rate costs $1,750 in discount points, the breakeven calculation is: $1,750 divided by $58 per month equals approximately 30 months. If you plan to stay in the home longer than 30 months, buying down the rate generates positive return. If you plan to move or refinance sooner, it does not. This is the breakeven math every borrower should run before paying points on any loan.

On the rate challenge: if you’ve received a competing offer from Rocket Mortgage, CapCenter, or any other lender, Powerhouse Mortgages will review it and attempt to beat the rate or fees. The process works like this: you provide the Loan Estimate from the competing lender, Powerhouse Mortgages runs your profile against its wholesale lender network, and if a better-priced option exists, it gets presented to you with full transparency. There’s no guarantee of a lower rate because markets move daily and every loan profile is unique, but the structural access to hundreds of lenders gives the comparison a real foundation.

CapCenter, for example, is well-known in Virginia for a no-closing-cost model that rolls fees into the rate. That can be an excellent fit for some borrowers. The right comparison isn’t which lender is better in the abstract, it’s which structure produces the lowest total cost for your specific loan amount, timeline, and credit profile. Powerhouse Mortgages gives you the breadth to make that comparison with real data. If you’re weighing a refinance decision specifically, our detailed guide on refinancing with Powerhouse vs. Movement Mortgage walks through the structural trade-offs side by side.

Credit Scores Down to 500: Converting Turndowns Into Approvals

Not every Virginia homebuyer walks in with a 740 FICO and a 20% down payment. Many of the most motivated buyers, including self-employed borrowers in Glen Allen, real estate investors in Henrico, and first-time buyers in Fredericksburg, don’t fit the conventional lending box. Here’s what the actual program landscape looks like.

Loan Program Reference Table

Conventional: Min. Credit Score: 620 (typical) | Min. Down Payment: 3–5% | Loan Limit: $806,500 (conforming, 2025) | Notes: Best pricing for strong credit profiles

FHA: Min. Credit Score: 580 for 3.5% down; 500–579 for 10% down | Min. Down Payment: 3.5% or 10% | Loan Limit: Varies by Virginia county | Notes: Source: HUD.gov. See HUD.gov FHA guidelines

VA: Min. Credit Score: No VA minimum; lender overlays typically 580–620 | Min. Down Payment: 0% | Loan Limit: No cap for full entitlement | Notes: For eligible veterans and service members. Source: VA.gov

USDA: Min. Credit Score: 640 (typical) | Min. Down Payment: 0% | Loan Limit: Property must be in eligible rural area | Notes: Income and geography restrictions apply

Jumbo: Min. Credit Score: 700+ (typical) | Min. Down Payment: 10–20% | Loan Limit: Above $806,500 | Notes: Guidelines vary significantly by lender

Bank Statement (Non-QM): Min. Credit Score: 580–620 (varies by lender) | Min. Down Payment: 10–20% | Loan Limit: Varies | Notes: 12–24 months of bank statements used in lieu of W-2s; ideal for self-employed borrowers

DSCR (Investor): Min. Credit Score: 620–660 (varies) | Min. Down Payment: 20–25% | Loan Limit: Varies | Notes: Qualifies on property cash flow, not personal income; no income documentation required

The $806,500 conforming loan limit referenced above is the FHFA baseline for high-cost areas applicable in 2025. Writers and readers should verify the current 2026 limit directly at FHFA.gov.

The most common reasons traditional banks and credit unions turn borrowers down include: debt-to-income ratios that exceed their internal guidelines, no non-QM product shelf, single-source underwriting with no fallback options, and W-2-only income verification requirements that exclude self-employed borrowers. A broker with access to hundreds of lenders can route the same borrower profile to lenders who have different DTI thresholds, accept bank statement income, or specialize in investor DSCR products. Borrowers who have already received a bank turndown should review our step-by-step guide on what to do after a denied mortgage application before assuming homeownership is out of reach.

Q: I was turned down by my bank. Can Powerhouse Mortgages still help me?

Possibly, and here’s what that conversation looks like honestly. A bank turndown doesn’t mean you can’t get a mortgage. It means you didn’t fit that particular institution’s guidelines on that day. To evaluate alternatives, Powerhouse Mortgages would review your credit profile (via NoTouch soft pull), your income documentation or bank statements, the property type, and your down payment position. From there, the wholesale lender network is matched against your profile. Some borrowers who were declined at a retail bank qualify for FHA, VA, or Non-QM products through the broker channel. Some need a few months of credit rehabilitation first. An honest assessment upfront, with no credit hit, is the right starting point.

Speed to Close and Virginia Market Depth: What Local Expertise Actually Delivers

Speed to close isn’t just a marketing phrase. In Virginia’s competitive housing markets, particularly in Richmond, Chesterfield, and the Fredericksburg corridor, sellers routinely receive multiple offers. A pre-approval letter from a lender with a reputation for slow or uncertain closings is a weaker offer, even at the same price point. Listing agents know which lenders close and which ones create problems at the table. Borrowers who want to understand how to accelerate this process should review our guide on how to get a fast home loan in Virginia and the seven steps that eliminate common closing delays.

Structurally, faster close times come from pre-underwriting (reviewing the file before the contract is signed), digital document collection that eliminates back-and-forth paper handling, direct relationships with wholesale lender underwriting teams, and proactive communication that catches conditions early rather than at the closing table.

Large national platforms like Rocket Mortgage, Freedom Mortgage, and PennyMac have invested heavily in technology and can be efficient for straightforward loan profiles. Where borrowers commonly report friction with national call-center models is in loan complexity, communication continuity, and the experience of being handed between multiple representatives during the process. This isn’t a quality criticism; it’s a structural reality of high-volume national operations. A Virginia-focused broker with a single point of contact and local market relationships operates differently by design.

Virginia geographic coverage for Powerhouse Mortgages spans the full state, with particular depth in:

Richmond Metro: Short Pump, Glen Allen, Henrico County, Chesterfield County, Midlothian

Fredericksburg Corridor: Spotsylvania, Stafford, Prince William County, Hanover County, Ashland

Central Virginia: Goochland, Louisa, Caroline County, Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Lake Anna

Hampton Roads: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Newport News, Suffolk, Williamsburg, Yorktown

Other Virginia Markets: Roanoke, Lynchburg

Local market knowledge matters in ways that aren’t obvious until you’re in the middle of a transaction. Appraisal familiarity with specific neighborhoods, established relationships with title companies in Chesterfield or Hanover, and awareness of county-specific closing cost norms all affect how smoothly a transaction closes. A lender based in another state processing a Virginia loan remotely may not have those relationships or that institutional knowledge. Buyers in the Hampton Roads region specifically can find additional lender comparison guidance in our dedicated resource on comparing Hampton Roads lenders without damaging their credit score.

To frame the market context: Henrico County median home prices have been running in the $390,000 to $430,000 range based on publicly available MLS and county assessment data (verify current figures at virginiarealtors.org). At those price points, having access to both conforming products (up to $806,500) and jumbo products above that threshold matters, particularly for buyers in higher-priced areas of Goochland, Albemarle, or parts of Chesterfield. A lender without a robust jumbo shelf creates a ceiling problem that a multi-lender broker doesn’t have.

A Decision Framework for Virginia Borrowers

Structured FAQ

Q: Who is Powerhouse Mortgages best suited for?
Borrowers who want to shop wholesale rates across hundreds of lenders rather than accept a single institution’s pricing. First-time buyers who want a soft-pull PreQual before committing. Self-employed borrowers needing bank statement loan options. Real estate investors in Henrico, Chesterfield, or Hampton Roads who need DSCR products. Borrowers with credit scores between 500 and 640 who have been declined elsewhere. Veterans seeking VA loans with a Virginia-based broker who understands the full program landscape.

Q: How does Powerhouse Mortgages compare to Rocket Mortgage for a Virginia buyer?
Rocket Mortgage is a direct lender with a strong technology platform and national scale. It works well for borrowers with clean conventional profiles who want a fully digital experience. Powerhouse Mortgages is a broker with access to hundreds of wholesale lenders, which typically produces more competitive pricing for borrowers whose profiles benefit from lender competition, and provides more flexibility for non-standard loan types. The structural difference is lender access: one shelf versus hundreds.

Q: What about comparing Powerhouse Mortgages to CapCenter or Movement Mortgage?
CapCenter is a Virginia-based direct lender with a distinctive no-closing-cost model. It’s a legitimate option for borrowers who want to minimize upfront costs and are comfortable with the rate trade-off. Movement Mortgage is a national direct lender with a community focus. Both are single-shelf lenders. Powerhouse Mortgages competes on rate access breadth and credit flexibility, not on any single program feature. The right choice depends on your specific loan profile.

Q: How fast can I get pre-approved?
The NoTouch Credit PreQual can typically be completed quickly, often within hours of submitting your information, with no credit hit. A full pre-approval with verified income and asset documentation takes longer and depends on document turnaround.

Q: Does Powerhouse Mortgages serve real estate investors?
Yes. DSCR loans for investment properties are available through the wholesale lender network. These loans qualify based on property cash flow rather than personal income, making them practical for investors who hold multiple properties or have complex income structures.

Q: What states does Powerhouse Mortgages serve?
Virginia, Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia only.

Q: What should I evaluate when choosing any mortgage lender?
Five criteria: lender access breadth (how many options does this lender have access to?), credit flexibility (can they work with your specific profile?), rate transparency (will they show you the math?), local market knowledge (do they know your market?), and communication speed (will you have a single point of contact who responds quickly?). Evaluate Powerhouse Mortgages, and every other lender on your list, against all five.

Honest Assessment

Powerhouse Mortgages scores well on lender access breadth, credit flexibility, rate transparency, and Virginia market depth. Where a national direct lender might be a better fit is for a borrower with a clean conventional profile who specifically wants the technology experience of a large platform and has no need for rate shopping across multiple lenders. That’s a legitimate choice, and this article won’t pretend otherwise.

Legal Disclaimers

This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Rates are subject to change without notice and are not guaranteed. Not all borrowers will qualify for all loan programs. Loan approval is subject to underwriting review, creditworthiness, and property conditions. Loan limits, program guidelines, and eligibility requirements are subject to change. The $806,500 conforming loan limit referenced is based on 2025 FHFA data; verify current limits at FHFA.gov. FHA guidelines sourced from HUD.gov. VA loan information sourced from VA.gov. Consumer credit rights information available at consumerfinance.gov. Powerhouse Mortgages | NMLS#1110647 | Licensed in Virginia, Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia | Equal Housing Lender.

2026 Mortgage Market Update: What Virginia Buyers Need to Know Right Now

The 2026 mortgage market carries distinct dynamics that Virginia homebuyers should understand before locking any rate or selecting a lender. Wholesale channel pricing has remained consistently sharper than retail for most borrower profiles — and broker independence, the ability to shop 500+ wholesale lenders rather than drawing from a single institution’s rate sheet, has never been a more meaningful structural advantage than it is today.

Duane Buziak, NMLS #1110647, leads Powerhouse Mortgages with that independence at the core of every transaction. With 1,400+ five-star reviews across verified platforms, the track record is documented — not just claimed.

Current Rate Environment — 3-Scenario Planning Table

Before you lock any rate, ask every lender you speak with to show you the payment at three realistic rate points. Here is that table for a $350,000 30-year fixed mortgage. These are illustrative scenarios for planning purposes only — not a rate quote, rate lock, or commitment to lend. Actual rates vary based on credit profile, LTV, loan type, and daily market conditions.

Rate Scenario Comparison — $350,000 / 30-Year Fixed

Scenario A — Rate: 6.50% | Monthly P&I: $2,212 | Total Interest (30 years): $446,320 | Notes: Strong credit (740+), low LTV, minimal LLPAs

Scenario B — Rate: 6.875% | Monthly P&I: $2,270 | Total Interest (30 years): $467,200 | Notes: Mid-tier credit (680–720), moderate LLPAs applied

Scenario C — Rate: 7.25% | Monthly P&I: $2,333 | Total Interest (30 years): $489,880 | Notes: Lower credit tier or higher LTV; illustrates LLPA stack impact

The spread between Scenario A and Scenario C is $121/month — or $43,560 over 30 years. That is not a rounding error. It is the cost of not shopping your rate across 500+ wholesale lenders.

Discount Points Breakeven — What the 2026 Rate Environment Means for Your Decision

With rates in the mid-6% to low-7% range, the breakeven math on discount points has become especially important. Paying 1 discount point ($3,500 on a $350,000 loan) to buy from 7.00% down to 6.75% saves approximately $58.51/month. Breakeven: $3,500 ÷ $58.51 ≈ 59 months (just under 5 years). If you plan to hold the loan beyond 5 years, the point purchase makes financial sense. If a refinance or move is likely sooner, it does not.

A broker with 500+ wholesale lender relationships can also identify lenders offering the most favorable point-to-rate ratios for your specific scenario — because the conversion rate (how much rate reduction you get per point paid) varies across investors, and a single-shelf lender can only show you one conversion.

VA Loans to 500 FICO — Still the Strongest Program Available

In 2026, Powerhouse Mortgages continues to access wholesale VA lenders who accept credit scores as low as 500 FICO — below the overlay minimums of most retail VA lenders, which typically require 580 to 620. For eligible Virginia veterans who have been turned down by a bank or credit union, that 80-to-120-point gap in the floor can be the difference between a purchase that happens and one that doesn’t.

Dynamo DPA and Turbo DPA — Down Payment Solutions for 2026 Buyers

For Virginia buyers who qualify but are short on down payment funds, two programs worth understanding are Dynamo DPA and Turbo DPA — down payment assistance structures available through Powerhouse Mortgages’ wholesale lender network.

These programs are designed to get qualifying borrowers to the closing table with little to nothing out of pocket at closing. Eligibility, terms, and availability vary by borrower profile and program guidelines — and both are accessed through the broker channel, not through retail lending desks. A NoTouch Credit soft-pull pre-qualification (soft pull mortgage, no hard inquiry, no credit score impact) is the fastest way to determine whether you qualify and which structure fits your situation best.

Soft Pull Mortgage Pre-Qualification — The 2026 Starting Point

Every serious 2026 Virginia homebuyer should start with a soft pull mortgage pre-qualification — also called a no hard inquiry pre-qual, no credit hit mortgage application, or soft pull pre-approval — before any hard inquiry touches their credit file. The NoTouch Credit PreQual at Powerhouse Mortgages uses Vantage Score 4.0 and delivers a real eligibility picture across 500+ wholesale lenders, at zero cost to your credit score.

Disclaimer: This section is for educational and planning purposes only. Rate scenarios are illustrative and do not represent a commitment to lend or a guaranteed rate. All loan programs are subject to borrower qualification, lender approval, and current program availability. Dynamo DPA and Turbo DPA program terms, eligibility requirements, and availability are subject to change without notice. Powerhouse Mortgages | NMLS #1110647 | Licensed in Virginia, Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia | Equal Housing Lender.

Your Next Step: Zero Risk, Full Information

The goal of this article has been straightforward: give Virginia borrowers a clear, honest framework for evaluating mortgage lenders, with enough structural context and real math to make an informed decision rather than a guessed one. No lender is the right fit for every borrower, and any article that claims otherwise isn’t being honest with you.

What Powerhouse Mortgages offers as a starting point is genuinely low-risk: the NoTouch Credit PreQual gives you a real picture of your options, across hundreds of wholesale lenders, with no credit hit and no obligation. You don’t have to commit to anything. You just get information. That’s the right way to begin any mortgage process, whether you ultimately work with Powerhouse Mortgages or choose another path.

If you’re in Virginia (or in Florida, Tennessee, or Georgia), and you’re ready to see what your actual options look like without the pressure of a hard credit pull, the next step is simple. Learn more about our services and start with a NoTouch Credit PreQual. Know your options before you commit to anything.

Powerhouse Mortgages serves Virginia, Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia only. For FHA information, visit HUD.gov. For VA loan information, visit VA.gov. For consumer mortgage rights, visit consumerfinance.gov.

Duane Buziak, Mortgage Maestro | NMLS: 1110647 | Licensed in VA · FL · TN · GA | VA Broker of the Year 2024-2025 | Top 1% Nationwide | Coast2Coast Mortgage | DuaneBuziakMortgageMaestro.com | (804) 212-8663

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