Edge Home Finance · NMLS #891464

Home loans made simple, from people who pick up the phone.

Kaelan and Karey Cheatham help families across San Antonio, New Braunfels, and all of Texas buy, build, and refinance, with clear answers and fast communication at every step.

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★★★★★ 5.0 on Google · 78+ reviews
Kaelan Cheatham, Mortgage Loan Officer
This is for you if

You're looking for a lender who gets it

You want to know what you can actually afford — not the maximum a computer will approve you for.

You've been told "no" before — self-employed, commission income, investment property — and you suspect there's a program nobody bothered to look for.

You want zero surprises at the closing table — the same numbers on day 40 that you saw on day one.

Who we help

Loans built around where you are

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01

First-Time Buyers

Plain-English guidance from pre-approval to keys.

We walk you through budget, down payment options, and every document before you shop. You'll know your numbers before you make an offer.

02

Self-Employed & Bank Statement

Programs that look at your deposits, not just your tax returns.

If your write-offs make your tax returns look smaller than your business really is, a bank statement loan may let you qualify using 12 or 24 months of deposits.

03

Relocation Buyers

Moving to Texas or relocating within the state? We keep your timeline moving so the mortgage doesn't slow down your move.

We can get you pre-approved before you arrive and coordinate with your agent remotely, so you're ready to write an offer when you find the right home.

04

Investors (DSCR)

Qualify for rental properties based on the property's cash flow.

DSCR loans look at whether the rent covers the payment instead of relying on your personal income, for 1–4 unit investment properties.

How it works

From hello to keys, in four steps

No mystery, no runaround. Here's exactly what working with our team looks like.

1

Free planning call

We start with a no-pressure conversation about your goals, your budget, and the monthly payment you'd actually feel good about.

2

Get pre-approved

We review your income, assets, and credit up front, so you shop with a strong pre-approval letter and real numbers behind it.

3

Lock your rate

Once you're under contract, we walk you through rate and cost options together and lock in the one that fits your plan.

4

Close & celebrate

We keep your agent, title, and you updated all the way to the closing table. Then it's time to grab your keys.

Why work with us

What makes us different

01

A dedicated advisor, not a call center

02

Loan strategies built around you

03

A transparent process

04

We're still here after closing

The right loan for
every type of buyer.

Wherever you are in your journey — first home, next home, or investment property — there's a program built for you and an advisor who knows it cold.

Loan programs

The right loan for your goals

We'll compare your options side by side and help you choose with confidence.

Home Purchase

Buying your first home or your next one, we'll find the program that fits your budget and goals.

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Refinance

Lower your payment, change your term, or tap your home's equity with a cash-out refinance.

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30-Year Fixed

The most popular option: one steady principal-and-interest payment for the life of the loan.

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15-Year Fixed

Pay your home off faster and build equity sooner with a shorter fixed term.

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FHA Loans

Government-backed loans with lower down payment and more flexible credit guidelines.

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VA Loans

For eligible veterans, service members, and surviving spouses, often with no down payment.

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USDA Loans

Financing for eligible homes in qualifying rural and suburban areas, often with no down payment.

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Jumbo Loans

Financing for higher-priced homes above conforming loan limits.

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Bank Statement Loans

For self-employed borrowers: qualify using 12 or 24 months of bank statements instead of tax returns.

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DSCR Loans

For real estate investors: qualify for a rental property based on its cash flow, not your personal income.

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First-Time Homebuyers

Step-by-step guidance from pre-qualification to closing, so your first purchase feels simple.

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Not all applicants will qualify. Programs subject to credit approval, underwriting guidelines, and property eligibility.

Client reviews

5.0 stars from 78+ Google reviews

★★★★★

"Buying a house for the first time was really intimidating but Kaelan made the whole process so easy... Would highly recommend to anyone buying a house, especially first-time home buyers."

Google review · Oct 2025
★★★★★

"Karey & Tara from the Cheatham Team made our dreams a reality. Everyone told us the home buying process was a stressful nightmare, but our experience was a complete 180."

Google review · Jan 2026
★★★★★

"She was super helpful and always quick to respond, no matter what time it was... We couldn't have asked for a better loan officer!"

Google review · May 2025

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