Ohana Home FinanceOhanaHome Finance
Premier Mortgage Broker · 23 Years of Aloha

Welcome to a mortgage brokerage
that feels like 'ohana.

Real guidance from people who treat you like family — across every loan type, in as few as 21 days.*

Available Loan Products

A program for every path home

As your broker, we shop the whole market on your behalf — purchase, refinance, or equity. These are the programs available through Ohana Home Finance:

Lowest rates

Conventional

  • Up to 97% loan-to-value
  • Simpler income & assets
  • Strong credit & income history
  • Typically the lowest rates
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Govt-backed

FHA / VA

  • Up to 97.5% loan-to-value
  • Great for lower income & assets
  • Backed by the US Government
  • Lower rates often available
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Zero down

No / Low Down

  • Up to 100% loan-to-value
  • Down-payment grants, no repayment
  • Less-than-perfect credit OK
  • Rates in line with the market
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$766k–$5MM

Jumbo

  • Up to 80% loan-to-value
  • For higher loan amounts
  • Significant income & assets
  • Strong credit history
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For investors

DSCR

  • Up to 85% loan-to-value
  • Keep personal income separate
  • Rental purchase & refinance
  • Qualify on the property
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Keep your rate

HELOC

  • Up to 80% combined LTV
  • Keep your low first mortgage
  • Tap equity for any reason
  • Improvements or consolidation
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Plan with confidence

Estimate your monthly payment

Move the sliders to see roughly what a home could cost each month. When you're ready, we'll turn these into real, personalized numbers.

$750k
20% · $150k
6.5%
Estimated monthly payment
$4,699/mo
  • Principal & interest$3,792
  • Property tax est.$688
  • Homeowners insurance est.$219
Loan amount$600,000
Down payment$150,000
Get your real numbers

Estimates only, for illustration — not a quote, pre-approval, or commitment to lend.

How it works

A simple, transparent process

We pair modern technology with genuine, human service. We'll match your speed — close ASAP, or take it one step at a time.

Step 1

Apply

Start your application online or over the phone — whatever feels easier for you.

Step 2

Upload

Securely share income and asset documents through your personal task list.

Step 3

Approval

Your dedicated team gathers everything for underwriting and a clear-to-close.

Step 4

Welcome home

Your loan closes and funds. The keys are yours — welcome home to 'ohana!

Steven Sluyter — Founder, Ohana Home Finance
Steven Sluyter
Broker/Owner · NMLS 2560981
Meet our founder

In a world of automation,
the human touch still matters.

For 23 years, Steve has guided families through every kind of mortgage — first-time purchases, jumbo and investment loans, refinances and equity. He started Ohana to fix a broken, impersonal industry with something simple: real people who treat you like family.

“We serve as a guide for clients navigating a complex financial world. We treat ALL clients with the care of our own ‘ohana — and we hope to welcome you home soon.”
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From our ‘ohana

Welcomed home, in their own words:

★★★★★
The Ohana team was amazing to work with, and we cannot wait to continue our relationship with them. They treated us respectfully and helped us get our dream home!
First-time homebuyers
★★★★★
We never thought we could get our investment-property financing done so quickly, but you guys really came through for us. Thank you!
Real-estate investor
★★★★★
You made it possible for me and my family to have our own place to call home, for the very first time. We are so grateful.
New homeowner
Good to know

Questions, answered
like family would.

Buying or refinancing a home shouldn't feel like decoding a foreign language. Here are the things people ask us most — and if yours isn't here, just reach out.

Ask us anything

As your broker, we shop the whole market on your behalf instead of offering a single bank's products. We compare lenders, programs, and rates to find the best fit for your goals, then guide you from application to closing. You get more options and a real human in your corner — at no added cost to you in most cases.

Less than most people think. Conventional loans can go up to 97% loan-to-value, FHA up to 96.5%, and some programs offer down-payment assistance — occasionally as little as ZERO down through grants that don't require repayment. We'll help you find the lowest-cash path that still keeps your payment comfortable.

We can close in as few as 15 days when documentation is ready, though 21–30 days is typical. The biggest factor is how quickly we receive your income and asset documents — we'll give you a clear checklist up front and match your pace, whether that's a sprint or a steady walk.

There's no single magic number. Conventional loans generally favor higher scores for the best rates, while FHA and other government-backed programs are designed for a wider range of credit histories. Even with less-than-perfect credit, there are often options — let's talk through your specific situation, with no obligation.

A pre-qualification is a quick estimate based on what you tell us. A pre-approval is stronger — we verify your income, assets, and credit so you can shop with confidence and make offers sellers take seriously. We'll usually move you toward a full pre-approval before you start touring homes.

To get started we'll typically ask for recent pay stubs, W-2s or tax returns, bank and asset statements, and a photo ID. Self-employed or investor? We have programs (like DSCR) built for you. You can upload everything securely to your personal task list — no faxing, no hassle.

Never. An initial conversation and a rate quote are always free and no-obligation. Rates and terms can change several times a day, so reaching out early simply means you'll have real numbers and a plan when you're ready to move.

We currently serve homeowners across California for owner-occupied homes. If you're buying, refinancing, or tapping equity on your primary residence in California, we'd love to help you find your way home.

Let's talk!

Start a no-obligation conversation

Rates and terms can change several times a day. Call, email, or send a note — we'll talk through your goals and exactly how we can help, with no pressure.