Austin, TX · Orange County, CA · Licensed in 25 statesDirect (949) 345-0201 · NMLS #1810817
Fred Chilton

Licensed Mortgage Broker · West Capital Lending, Inc.

Purchase a Home

Buy your home with a broker in your corner

First-time buyer or seasoned homeowner — I'll match you with the right loan program and a competitive rate, and guide you from pre-approval to keys in hand.

What you get

  • First-time buyer programs with low down payments & grants
  • Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA & jumbo loans
  • Down payment as low as 0–3.5% on eligible programs
  • 150+ lenders shopped to find your best rate
  • Hands-on guidance from pre-approval through closing

Personalized options

Start with the basics

Step 1 of 2

Tell Fred what you are solving for. This takes about 20 seconds.

Private inquiry. No credit pull at this step.

From pre-approval to keys

1

Get pre-approved

A quick application and soft credit check tells us your budget and strengthens your offer — no impact to your score.

2

Shop with confidence

You make offers backed by a real pre-approval. I match you to the right program while you find the home.

3

Close & get keys

I coordinate the financing details, stay ahead of conditions, and manage the file through closing.

Considering seller- or builder-paid payment help? Compare a 3-2-1, 2-1, or 1-0 temporary buydown.

Buyer questions

How much does it cost to work with a mortgage broker?

As a broker I'm paid through the loan, not out of your pocket for my time — and because I shop 150+ lenders, the goal is to land you better terms than going to a single bank. I'll always walk you through the full cost breakdown up front.

How much do I need for a down payment?

Less than most people think. VA and USDA can be $0 down, FHA as low as 3.5%, and conventional as low as 3%. Down payment assistance is also available for many buyers — we'll find the right fit.

Will checking my options hurt my credit?

No. The initial review uses a soft credit pull that doesn't affect your score. A hard pull only happens later if you choose to move forward with a full application.

How fast can I close?

Most purchase clients close in about 21–30 days. The digital HELOC can fund in as few as 5 days. The biggest variable is how quickly we get your documents in.

Bring me the decision. I’ll bring the options.

Start with a private mortgage snapshot or call Fred directly. No call-center handoff, no obligation, and no credit pull just to understand the path.