Whether you're looking to purchase or refinance your existing home, let our experts find your best loan option. We specialize in DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE and First-Time Homebuyers.
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Down Payment Assistance is Available.
The number one obstacle for most homebuyers is the down payment, but help is out there. We have several Down Payment Assistance and Zero Down Payment programs to help. Unlike most lenders, we offer our own In-House Down Payment Program that has more flexible guidelines and lower interest rates.
Lack of a Down Payment shouldn't keep you from owning your own home! We're here to help!
Determining the amount you might qualify for and your budget can be difficult. We have tools to guide you with those answers. Try our Purchase Power and Loan Calculator tools to help you.
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"Rick and Brenda Scherer were great to work with made the home buying process easy. I would definitely recommend Rick to anyone interested in buying a home."
Vernon R. Closed Sep 30, 2025
"This was our second home purchase and I was dreading it but Rick and Brenda at Planet Home Lending made the process so easy! My questions were answered in such a timely manner and always so nice in explaining the process. Very happy! Thank you so much!"
Kim L. Closed Jul 31, 2025
"Rick Scherer was an excellent advisor who was really easy to work with. I am thankful to him for all he did and explained to me during the process. I will definitely recommend him to family and friends and will continue in touch for future reference."
Antuanet A. Closed Aug 05, 2024
"exience was very good. Very quick to get information always helpful when we need it and always available when we needed them. I would use them again over and over. I have already recommended hem We can't thank you enough for everything you did for us we never thought this would be our realityBut you made it one. We are grateful for this experience.Thank you ! Radfords"
Christina R. Closed Oct 07, 2025
"The process was great and it moved fast and I learned alot more thank u Mr rick and his team did amazing my wife and kids thank u as well"
Anthony W. Closed May 10, 2024
"This guy will do anything and everything to make sure your purchase and loan go smoothly."
David W. Closed Aug 22, 2025
"As a first time homebuyer, the process was very smooth. Rick informed me pretty much about everything in the application process and was very easily accessible. He was courteous and provided a lot of clarity on what to expect."
Vijay G. Closed Jul 02, 2024
"Rick was pleasant to work with , very friendly and hard working . He was able to help us accomplish our goals . Highly recommend !"
Katie H. Closed Feb 15, 2023
"Great communication! Fast responses and overall super easy!"
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