Above the Conforming Limit · Texas

Jumbo Loans in Texas

When the home you want costs more than a standard loan allows, the file just needs a different structure. We build jumbo financing for Texas buyers with the same clear numbers as every other loan we do.

The Basics

What Makes a Loan "Jumbo"

$832,750
The 2026 conforming loan limit for a one-unit home in every Texas county (set annually by the FHFA). Borrow above it and the loan is jumbo.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac only purchase loans up to the conforming limit, so anything above it is funded outside that system — which means lender-set guidelines rather than one national rulebook. That's not a bad thing: it gives an experienced lender room to structure the loan around your actual finances.

In markets like Frisco, Southlake, Prosper, and the Park Cities, plenty of ordinary family homes now cross that line. A jumbo loan isn't exotic — it's just the right tool above a certain price point. Below the line, a conventional loan usually wins on simplicity.

What Lenders Look At

How Jumbo Files Are Qualified

Credit Depth

Jumbo guidelines generally reward a longer, cleaner credit history than conforming loans require. We'll tell you where your profile stands before you commit to anything.

Reserves

Lenders typically want to see savings left over after closing — months of payments in the bank. How many depends on the loan size and structure.

Documented Income

Full documentation is the norm. Self-employed with complex returns? That's routine for us — and bank-statement options exist when tax returns don't tell the real story.

This page is general educational information and is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. All loans subject to credit approval, underwriting, and property qualification. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Questions

Jumbo Loan FAQ

Where does jumbo start in Texas in 2026?

Above $832,750 for a one-unit home — every Texas county uses the FHFA baseline limit; there are no high-cost-area exceptions here. Multi-unit properties have higher limits.

Is it harder to qualify for a jumbo loan?

The guidelines are more thorough — deeper credit review, reserve requirements, full documentation — but a well-prepared file moves smoothly. We tell you exactly what yours needs up front.

Can I refinance an existing jumbo loan?

Yes — rate-and-term and cash-out structures both exist above the conforming limit. See our refinance overview for how we approach it.

What if my loan amount is just barely above the limit?

Sometimes a slightly larger down payment brings the loan under the conforming line and simplifies everything. We'll run both versions so you can compare — that analysis is free.

Next Step

Let's Structure It Right

Tell us the price point and what your finances look like — we'll show you exactly how the file comes together, jumbo or not.