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Guidance that
Moves You Forward.

Personalized mortgage solutions designed to help you make confident decisions at every step.

Licensed In
FL
NMLS ID
2698855

Tailored Solutions

Built around your goals

Clear Guidance

Every step of the way

Competitive Rates

Smart options that save

Local Expertise

Here to help you succeed

Daniel Ibanez, mortgage loan officer in Cape Coral, Florida

About

A Partner You Can
Actually Reach

I came to this country from Cuba, where owning a home is out of reach for most people. Now I get to spend my days helping people achieve exactly that dream. I'm based in Southwest Florida, living and working in the same community I serve.

I found my purpose in mortgages after years in sales and customer service that never felt fulfilling. I love seeing an empty house become a family's home, knowing I was part of that. I work with first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and investors alike.

My approach is changing how people experience buying a home — with speed and a process that's stress-free from start to finish. I make the process smooth so clients never have to put their lives on hold. I work bilingually and partner closely with local realtors.

NMLS ID
2698855
Company
Easy MortgageNMLS #1666459
Licensed In
Florida
Languages
English & Spanish

What we offer

Loan Programs

Every borrower arrives with a different set of circumstances. Open any program below for the details.


A benefit built with first-time buyers in mind. FHA financing is more forgiving on both credit and down payment than conventional financing, which makes it a practical path for buyers who are ready to own but haven’t built up a large amount of savings yet.

  • Down payments as low as 3.5%
  • More forgiving credit and qualifying guidelines than conventional financing
  • Gift funds may be used toward the down payment
  • Higher debt-to-income ratios allowed in many cases

Read: First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Florida

Conventional financing suits buyers with established credit and steady income. It offers a wide range of terms and structures, which means more say in how the loan is put together and how long you carry mortgage insurance.

  • 5% down for most buyers, and as low as 3% in some cases
  • Mortgage insurance can be removed once you reach sufficient equity
  • Fixed and adjustable terms available
  • Works for primary and secondary homes

Read: FHA vs Conventional vs VA compared

A benefit earned through service. VA financing remains one of the strongest loan products available, and I’d consider it a privilege to walk you through it.

  • No down payment required for most eligible borrowers
  • No monthly mortgage insurance
  • Competitive rates and limits on certain closing costs
  • The benefit can be reused over the course of your life

Read: How VA compares to FHA and conventional

When the purchase price runs past conforming loan limits, jumbo financing takes over. These files reward preparation, and that’s where having someone in your corner matters most.

  • Financing above the conforming limit in your county
  • Fixed and adjustable structures to match your time horizon
  • Options for self-employed and complex income profiles
  • Hands-on underwriting support from application to closing

Read: Jumbo loan limits by Florida county

One of the most overlooked programs available. If the property sits in a USDA-eligible area and your income fits the limits, this can be an unusually strong option.

  • No down payment required for eligible properties
  • Eligibility depends on property location and household income
  • More areas qualify than most buyers expect — worth checking
  • I’ll run an eligibility check on any address at no cost

Read: USDA eligible areas in Lee & Charlotte County

Lower your rate, shorten your term, drop mortgage insurance, or put your equity to work. A refinance only makes sense if the math works — and I’ll tell you plainly when it doesn’t.

  • Rate-and-term refinancing to reduce your monthly payment
  • Cash-out options for renovations, tuition or debt consolidation
  • Streamline options for existing FHA and VA borrowers
  • A straight break-even analysis before you commit to anything

DSCR

Rental property · No income documentation

With a DSCR loan the property qualifies, not you. Approval is based on the rental income the home generates against its payment, so there are no tax returns and no employment verification. Your credit is still reviewed.

  • No personal income documentation — the property carries the loan
  • Minimum 15% down payment for qualified borrowers, depending on the strength of the file
  • Credit score is still part of qualifying
  • Available for single properties and larger portfolios

Read: DSCR loans for Southwest Florida investors

Hard Money

Short-term · Asset-based

Asset-based financing for investors who need to move quickly. Underwriting centers on the property and your exit strategy rather than lengthy income documentation. Structures vary quite a bit between lenders, so the fastest way to get real numbers is a conversation.

  • Underwriting centers on the property, not lengthy income documentation
  • Useful for distressed purchases, fast closings and renovation projects
  • Terms and structures vary by lender and by project
  • Send over your scenario and I’ll bring you real numbers

Read: How self-employed borrowers qualify

Rehab

Buy and remodel

For investors buying a property that needs work. The purchase and the renovation are financed together and underwritten on what the property will be worth once the work is done rather than its condition today. There are also renovation programs for buyers who intend to live in the home, so it’s worth asking either way.

  • Purchase price and renovation costs financed together in a single loan
  • Underwritten on the property’s value after the work is complete
  • Funds released in stages as the work is completed
  • Owner-occupied renovation programs also available — ask which one fits

One-Time Close Construction

Building a home you’ll live in

Finance the construction of your new home and its permanent mortgage in a single transaction. You underwrite once, sign once, and pay one set of closing costs. When the build is finished the loan converts automatically to your permanent mortgage — no refinance and no second approval.

  • One approval and one closing for construction and permanent financing
  • Conventional from 5% down, or 0% down for eligible VA borrowers
  • Your rate is locked at closing and cannot rise
  • The lot can be financed as part of the loan if you don’t already own the land
  • Interest-only during the build, with up to an 11-month construction period

Ground-Up Construction

Investors building to sell

For investors putting up new construction to sell rather than occupy. These loans cover the land and the construction budget, with funds released in stages as the work progresses. I work with several lenders here and their terms differ meaningfully, so the right fit depends on the project.

  • Draws released on inspection as construction progresses
  • Terms, amounts and structures vary by lender and by project
  • Send me the project details and I’ll match it to the right lender

New construction only. To buy and remodel an existing home, see Rehab under Investor Loans. Subject to credit approval and program guidelines.

Run the numbers

Mortgage Calculator

Adjust the figures below to see how the pieces of a monthly payment fit together. For a real quote based on your actual profile, get in touch.


These figures are estimates only — not a quote, not an approval, and not a commitment to lend. Real numbers depend on your credit, the property and current pricing. Contact me for accurate figures.

Sets a typical down payment and mortgage insurance — change either one

Used only to estimate insurance

FHA minimum is 3.5%

Sample rate for illustration — not a quote

FHA annual mortgage insurance premium

Varies by county — enter your actual amount if you know it

Rough estimate for a newer home — Florida premiums vary widely and can run higher

Leave at 0 unless the property needs flood coverage — required in many Florida zones

Enter your community’s dues if the home has an HOA

How it works

The Process

Five steps from first conversation to keys in hand. You'll know where things stand at every one of them.


STEP 01

Consultation

We talk through your goals, your timeline and your budget, and go through the different programs together to see which one fits you best. No credit pull, no obligation — just a clear picture of where you stand.

STEP 02

Pre-Approval

I review your income, assets and credit, then issue a pre-approval letter that makes your offer competitive with sellers.

STEP 03

House Shopping

With your pre-approval in hand, you shop knowing exactly what you can offer. I stay available to you and your agent, and can run numbers on any property before you write.

STEP 04

Underwriting

Your file goes to underwriting. I handle conditions, appraisal coordination and follow-up, and keep you posted throughout.

STEP 05

Closing

Final numbers are reviewed with you before signing — no surprises at the table. Then you get the keys.

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Good to know

First-Time Buyer
Questions

The questions that come up most. If yours isn't here, just ask.


Less than most people think. Conventional financing can start around 3% down for qualified buyers, FHA around 3.5%, and VA and USDA often require nothing down at all. The right answer depends on your credit, the property and which program fits — which is exactly what a first conversation sorts out.

There's no single cutoff. Different programs have different thresholds, and your score affects pricing as much as approval. If your credit isn't where you'd like it, I can often point to two or three specific moves that lift it before you apply — worth doing, and worth doing early.

They vary by loan amount, location and program, and they cover things like appraisal, title, recording and prepaid taxes and insurance. You'll get a written Loan Estimate itemizing all of it early in the process, and we'll go through it line by line so nothing is a surprise at closing.

A lock protects your rate for a set window while your loan is processed. Whether to lock — and for how long — depends on your closing timeline and what the market is doing. I'll walk you through the tradeoff when the time comes rather than leaving it to you to guess.

Most transactions take 30 to 45 days. I like to work fast, though. Most of the timeline comes down to how quickly documents come back, so when we get everything in order up front and stay organized, I often close in 15 business days or less from the day the contract is signed.

Ready when you are

Let’s Talk About Your Options

A first conversation costs nothing and doesn’t touch your credit. Even if you’re months away from buying, it’s worth knowing where you stand.

Get in touch

Contact

Call, email, or send the form — whichever is easiest. I answer my own phone during business hours.

Office
618 SW 3rd St, Ste 160/170
Cape Coral, FL 33991Additional offices in downtown Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres and Bonita Springs
Hours
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–7:00 PMWeekends by appointment
NMLS ID
2698855

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