Where Lending Meets Education
Get Pre-Approved the Right Way (Before You Waste Time House Hunting)
California's only mortgage broker who completely pre-underwrites your loan BEFORE you start shopping. No surprises. No stress. Just your custom journey to homeownership.
Schedule Your Free Consultation15+ years experience • 100% referral-based business
Know Exactly What You Qualify For
Complete pre-underwriting before you view your first home
Understand Every Option
Learn to read itemized fee worksheets and choose what's truly best for you
Skip the Usual Chaos
No last-minute surprises, no deals falling apart, no wasted inspections
The Problem With Typical Pre-Approvals
Most buyers get a letter and hope for the best. Here's what usually happens.
You Shop on a Guess
Pre-approval letters are often based on minimal review. Real underwriting happens later (and that's when surprises appear).
Deals Fall Apart at the End
Inspection paid, excitement high, then the lender says no. You lose time, money, and the home.
Fees and Options Are Confusing
Itemized worksheets full of jargon. It's hard to know if you're getting a good deal or overpaying.
The Solution: Pre-Underwriting Before You Shop
Complete file review before you view a single property, so you know exactly what you qualify for.
No last-minute surprises. When you make an offer, we've already done the heavy lifting.
Education first. Learn to read fee worksheets and compare options, so you choose what's best for you.
The Buyer's Edge Program
Three ways we give you an unfair advantage in the market.
Pre-Underwriting, Not Just Pre-Approval
Your file is fully reviewed before you shop. You'll know your true budget, not a guess, and sellers will take your offer seriously.
Result: Confidence + stronger offers
Education So You Decide
We break down itemized fee worksheets and loan options in plain English. You'll understand every choice and choose what's right for you.
Result: No buyer's remorse
One Point of Contact
You work with Joanna and her team, not a call center. Questions get answered fast. Your file doesn't get lost in the shuffle.
Result: Less stress, faster closes
What Clients Say
Real stories from real people (many who were denied elsewhere first).
"I was so nervous to make this call, but Joanna was so reassuring and knowledgeable. Her expertise is invaluable. She is so helpful and makes the process easy to understand. I'm so glad that I made that call. Highly recommend!"
Jacob Ochoa
February 2026
"I call Joanna my 'miracle worker' because while everyone else was telling me it can't be done, Joanna was getting it done for me. The most important thing is communication, and Joanna is very responsive and positive!"
Charlene Coles
February 2026
How We Can Help
From first-time buyers to investors, we have the programs and the patience to explain them.
First-Time Homebuyers
CalHFA, FHA, VA, and conventional low-down programs. Down payment assistance available.
Learn more →Digital HELOC
Home equity access in 5 days. No appraisal required.
Learn more →Investment Properties
DSCR loans for rental properties. Finance your next rental or flip.
Learn more →Self-Employed & Non-QM
Bank statement loans and non-QM options for business owners.
Learn more →Refinancing
Lower your rate, tap equity, or shorten your term.
Learn more →Down Payment Assistance
Explore grants and programs that can help you buy with less down.
Learn more →Two Possible Futures
Same goal. Different path. You choose.
❌ Without Real Pre-Underwriting
- • You shop on a guess; real underwriting happens later
- • You find a home, pay for inspection, then the lender says no
- • You don't understand fee worksheets, you just sign
- • You're passed between departments; your file gets lost
- • Stress, wasted money, and sometimes a lost dream
✅ With Joanna & the Buyer's Edge
- • You know exactly what you qualify for before you shop
- • Your offer is backed by real underwriting (sellers take you seriously)
- • You understand every fee and option; you choose what's best
- • One point of contact; questions answered fast
- • Confidence, clarity, and a smooth path to keys
15+ years experience • Referral-based • California licensed • People over profits
Ready for a Different Kind of Mortgage Experience?
Schedule your free consultation. No pressure, just clarity.
Schedule Your Free ConsultationOr email joanna@loanlady.club