Loan Programs · Jumbo

Jumbo loans for Orlando luxury homes.

Homes in Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Isleworth, and Bay Hill routinely exceed the $806,500 conforming limit. Jumbo financing requires a specialist — not a lender who processes two of these a year.

$806,501+

Loan Threshold

10%

Min. Down

700+

Min. Credit

6–12 mo.

Reserves Required

Why jumbo is different

What changes above $806,500.

Conforming loans (below the limit) are sold to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac after closing. Jumbo loans can't be sold into those secondary markets — the lender keeps the risk on its own books or finds private investors to buy them.

This means jumbo lenders apply their own underwriting standards, which are typically more conservative: higher minimum credit scores, larger down payments, more months of reserves required, and more documentation for complex income situations.

It also means not every lender does jumbo well. A bank that processes 200 conventional loans a month and two jumbos will move slower and be less flexible than a lender with an active jumbo program and dedicated underwriters who see these loans daily.

Ryan works with jumbo-specialized lenders who can close in 21–30 days and issue pre-approvals within 48 hours — critical in a competitive luxury market where the right home doesn't wait.

Jumbo qualification checklist

Credit Score
700 minimum for most programs. 720+ for the best rates and terms. 740+ for super-jumbo above $2M.
Down Payment
10–15% for loans up to $1.5M. 15–20% for $1.5M–$3M. 20–30% for $3M+.
Debt-to-Income
43–45% maximum. Some portfolio lenders allow up to 50% for strong credit files.
Reserves
6–12 months of PITI in liquid or liquid-equivalent assets after closing.
Income Documentation
Two years of W-2s and tax returns, or 12–24 months of bank statements for self-employed.
Appraisal
Two appraisals often required above $1.5M. Interior inspection. Comparable selection is critical in luxury micro-markets.

Loan tiers

Conforming vs. jumbo vs. super-jumbo.

TierLoan RangeMin. DownMin. CreditNotes
ConformingUp to $806,5003–20%620+Fannie/Freddie eligible. Best rates. Standard underwriting.
Jumbo$806,501 – $2.5M10–20%700+Portfolio lender or secondary market. Higher reserve requirements.
Super-Jumbo$2.5M – $10M+20–30%720+Bespoke underwriting. Asset-based qualification available. Private bank relationships.

Common questions

Jumbo loan FAQs.

What is the 2025 conforming loan limit in Florida?

The 2025 conforming loan limit for most Florida counties is $806,500 for a single-family home. Loans above this amount are classified as jumbo loans and don't qualify for Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac purchase.

Can I get a jumbo loan if I'm self-employed?

Yes — jumbo lenders often have more flexibility than conforming programs for high-income self-employed borrowers. Some portfolio lenders offer asset depletion programs (qualifying on investment accounts rather than income) or 12-month bank statement programs specifically designed for self-employed jumbo buyers.

How many months of reserves does a jumbo loan require?

Jumbo loans typically require 6–12 months of reserves (the ability to make 6–12 monthly payments from liquid assets after closing). Super-jumbo loans above $2M may require 12–18 months. Retirement accounts count at 60–70% of their value; checking and savings count at 100%.

What is an asset-based or asset depletion jumbo loan?

Asset-based qualification lets high-net-worth buyers qualify using their investment portfolio instead of income. The lender divides your eligible assets by the loan term (in months) to derive a monthly qualifying income. A buyer with $4M in assets could qualify for a significant jumbo loan without W-2 income — common for retirees and wealthy investors.

Pre-approved in 48 hours.

Luxury sellers don't wait. Ryan issues jumbo pre-approvals within 48 hours so you can move on the right home the day it hits the market.

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