You Want to Buy a Home. Let’s Talk About What’s Holding You Back.
- Racheli Refael Smilovits

- Jan 18
- 1 min read
One of the most common things I hear is simple and honest. “I want to buy a home.” The next sentence usually explains the fear. Not enough down payment. Credit that needs work. Tax returns that look too low. Or feeling unsure about who to trust or where to start.

This is exactly where my work begins. Over the years, clients have come to call me the Mortgage Fairy because I specialize in finding real solutions. Not magic, just strategy.
There are down payment assistance programs available in amounts like $50,000, $100,000, and even $175,000 depending on the city and county guidelines. First time buyers have more options than they think. Gift funds from family can be used when done correctly. Self employed buyers may not even need tax returns. And for those navigating life transitions like divorce, loss, or debt, there is almost always a way forward.
Homeownership is possible when you have the right plan and the right guide.
Racheli Refael Fairway HOME Mortgage
NMLS 64918
954 800 0330





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