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Jumbo loans for Florida luxury homes and condos.

From a Miami waterfront home to a luxury condominium, compare jumbo mortgage options around your income, property and cash after closing. Bennett Capital Partners Mortgage Brokers helps Florida buyers and homeowners evaluate purchases, refinances and larger super jumbo requests.

Do you need a jumbo loan in Florida?

In 2026, a one-unit loan above $832,750 is jumbo in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Monroe County has a higher limit of $990,150. Compare the amount you borrow, not the home price, with the applicable limit.

2026 one-unit conforming loan limits
Property locationConforming limit
Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and all other Florida counties except Monroe$832,750
Monroe County, including the Florida Keys$990,150

A $900,000 loan exceeds the Miami-Dade limit, but is below the Monroe limit for a one-unit property. Being within a limit does not establish eligibility. Two- to four-unit properties have different limits.

What if your loan is just over the limit?

For illustration, a $1,050,000 purchase minus $210,000 paid toward the price leaves an $840,000 loan. That is $7,250 above the 2026 Miami-Dade one-unit limit. Contributing another $7,250 brings the loan to $832,750. Compare written jumbo and conforming quotes against the cash you would retain. This arithmetic is not an offered down payment, approval or recommendation.

Source: FHFA 2026 county limits. See the complete county and unit table and our Florida jumbo loan guide.

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Start with the complete financial picture.

The appropriate jumbo structure depends on more than the purchase price. Compare your requested loan, documented income, funds needed after closing and the property before choosing a lender.

A higher-value purchase

Balance the requested financing with the cash you want available after closing.

Complex income or assets

Review salary, bonus, business income and eligible assets under the lender's documentation method.

A large-balance refinance

Compare the new loan with the remaining term, costs and objectives of the existing mortgage.

What the lender will evaluate.

Credit profile

Score, mortgage history, total obligations, and the strength of the overall file.

Liquidity

Down payment, post-closing reserves, eligible assets, and source of funds.

Income method

Full documentation, bank statements, asset depletion, 1099, or other eligible methods.

Property review

Value, condition, marketability, condominium status, and unique property characteristics.

Compare jumbo financing with a clear set of questions.

Start by confirming whether the requested loan exceeds the applicable conforming limit. Then compare documentation, liquidity requirements, property eligibility and loan structure.

Compare conforming and jumbo options.

When both loan sizes are feasible, compare the conventional mortgage option with jumbo financing. Weigh the written terms, closing costs and cash retained. See the 2026 county limits and near-limit example above.

Super jumbo loans

Super jumbo describes financing at the larger end of the jumbo market. It is not a separate government loan category with one nationwide starting amount. Bennett Capital Partners reviews larger mortgage requests against the limits and requirements of the available lending programs.

For a purchase or refinance, share the requested loan amount, property value and location, occupancy, income documentation and available liquid assets. A larger balance can change the lender's leverage, reserve, appraisal and documentation requirements. A program's maximum loan amount should not be assumed to apply to every property or borrower.

Discuss full-documentation and eligible bank-statement options as part of the review. Confirm the permitted occupancy and loan purpose, along with any conditions for condos or other specialized properties. Compare the proposed rate structure, payment and retained liquidity using a complete lender quote.

Continue with the jumbo income and asset review below, or request a super jumbo financing review. We will identify the lending options that fit the actual scenario before quoting terms.

Which jumbo loan program fits your situation?

Bennett Capital Partners Mortgage Brokers compares available lending programs based on your income, assets, property and financing objective. A loan can fit more than one category: for example, a bank statement mortgage may also be a Non-QM jumbo loan. The program names do not replace a review of the actual lender terms.

Jumbo programs and the questions that shape eligibility
Financing categoryWhen it may fitWhat to review
Prime jumbo loansA purchase or refinance supported by strong credit, documented qualifying income and available assets.Income stability, existing obligations, reserves, property eligibility and the lender's loan-size tiers. Prime does not identify one universal qualification standard.
Non-QM jumbo loansA borrower who needs an eligible alternative to the standard documentation or qualification approach.Which method the lender accepts, including bank statements, a qualifying profit-and-loss statement or eligible assets. Review Non-QM loan options.
Bank statement jumbo loansAn eligible self-employed borrower whose business cash flow needs a bank-statement review.Account ownership, business expenses, qualifying deposits and required statement history. See bank statement loans for the documentation process.
Asset depletion jumbo loansA borrower with eligible financial assets that may support an income calculation.Asset ownership, liquidity, access restrictions, exclusions and the lender's calculation. Compare the asset depletion mortgage guide.
Foreign national jumbo loansAn eligible non-resident international buyer or owner seeking financing for higher-value Florida real estate.Residency and identity documents, source of funds, credit evidence and occupancy. Some programs consider borrowers without established U.S. credit; documentation requirements still apply. Explore foreign national mortgages.
Super jumbo loansA larger mortgage request that needs a lender with an appropriate loan-size range.The maximum for the actual property, occupancy and documentation tier. There is no universal $3 million starting point. Read the super jumbo section.
Jumbo portfolio loansA mortgage intended for a lender's own portfolio and evaluated under that institution's lending criteria.Income verification, liquidity, credit, property acceptance and any relationship requirements. Ask whether fixed-rate, adjustable-rate or interest-only structures are available for your scenario.
Jumbo bridge, private and hard money loansA high-value, business-purpose investment acquisition, refinance or transitional property request.Property value and condition, borrower experience, equity, total costs, maturity and a documented exit. Private and hard money describe lending approaches that can overlap with bridge financing.

Portfolio has two different meanings: A jumbo portfolio mortgage refers here to a loan held by a lender. It does not automatically mean one loan secured by a portfolio of rental properties.

Separate investment and home financing: The private and bridge category above concerns investment scenarios. An owner-occupied home purchase and sale timing gap requires a separate consumer mortgage review. See the residential bridge loan guide, or explore private real estate lending for investment transactions.

Compare the written terms for the specific option. Loan amounts, leverage, credit requirements, documentation and closing schedules depend on the selected lender and transaction.

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Look beyond the loan amount

How will the lender document your finances?

Start with the documentation that reflects your financial situation
Income profileRecords to discussWhat to resolve
Employment incomePay records, tax documents and employment verification.Treatment of salary, bonus, commission and any recent employment change.
Business incomeTax returns, business financials or an eligible alternative-documentation route.Ownership, recurring income, expense treatment and business obligations.
Substantial assetsAccount statements, asset type, ownership and access to funds.Whether the program permits asset-based qualification and how withdrawals or restrictions are treated.
Complex compensation: questions to resolve before applying
Income or assetsRecords and lender question
Bonus, commission or RSUsBring income history and award or vesting records. Which recurring amounts can qualify, and what continuance evidence is required?
Partnership or business incomeDiscuss K-1s, returns, ownership and distributions. Does the lender count the income, and is access to cash documented?
Bank statements or asset depletionBring the relevant account history. How are business expenses, asset eligibility and withdrawals treated?
Foreign income or other propertiesIdentify income currency, documentation and property obligations. What translations, verification and rental-income treatment apply?

For bonus, commission, restricted stock units (RSUs) or partnership income reported on Schedule K-1, ask which history, vesting, distribution and continuance records the lender needs. An account balance or an unvested award is not automatically qualifying income. Review business withdrawals and retirement-account access before committing funds.

Not every jumbo lender offers every documentation method. A self-employed borrower may also compare bank statement financing, with a separate review of that program's costs and qualifications.

How much cash remains after closing?

Funds used for a down payment and closing are different from reserves required after the transaction. Ask which accounts count, how the lender values them, and whether retirement accounts or restricted assets need special treatment.

Illustrative cash planning worksheet, not a loan offer
Starting accessible funds$650,000
Hypothetical purchase funds paid from cash− $400,000
Assumed closing costs and prepaid items− $35,000
Cash remaining in this example$215,000

These invented amounts illustrate subtraction only. Actual closing costs, credits, deposits already paid and eligible reserves vary. Cash remaining is not necessarily the amount a lender counts as reserves. Keep planned repairs, furnishings and other commitments separate from lender-required reserves.

Compare the financing plan with other obligations, upcoming expenses and the cash you want to keep accessible. Selling investments or moving business funds can introduce timing and documentation questions. Discuss those changes before they occur; tax consequences should be reviewed with your tax adviser.

A qualified borrower still needs an eligible property.

High-value homes can require careful appraisal support, particularly when comparable sales are limited or the property has unusual features. Insurance availability and cost also belong in the financing discussion, especially for waterfront or flood-exposed property.

Luxury Miami property review: resolve these before relying on a closing date
Property questionWhat to gatherWho confirms it
Waterfront houseFlood and wind insurance quotes, available elevation and wind-mitigation records, and coverage exclusions.Insurance agent and lender; obtain quotes during due diligence.
Luxury condominiumBudget, insurance, assessments, litigation information and applicable milestone inspection and structural integrity reserve study records.Association or manager supplies records; the lender determines project eligibility.
Custom or unusual homeProperty details, additions and comparable-sale questions; ask whether additional appraisal review is needed.Lender and appraiser; a second appraisal is not universal.
Second home or investmentActual intended use, rental plans and proposed ownership, including any trust or LLC.Lender for financing eligibility; your attorney for ownership and contract questions.

For current Florida inspection and reserve-study information, see DBPR condominium resources. Requirements depend on the building; a completed study alone does not establish mortgage eligibility.

For a Florida condominium, the lender reviews the project as well as the borrower. Association records, insurance, assessments, building condition and project type can affect eligibility. Start with the condo mortgage guide and identify any non-warrantable project concerns early.

Compare jumbo mortgage rates and the complete quote.

Start with our Florida jumbo mortgage rates guide, then request pricing for your exact loan. A market index or another lender's advertised rate is not a Bennett Capital Partners offer.

Use the same loan amount, property, occupancy, documentation method and quote date. Ask for the credit-score assumption, loan-to-value (LTV), debt-to-income (DTI) treatment, reserve requirement and any relationship assets needed for the quoted price. There is no single credit score, maximum LTV or reserve rule across all jumbo programs.

What to compare on a written mortgage quote
Quote itemQuestion to ask
Interest rate and APRAre the term and repayment structure the same? APR includes certain financing costs; compare the actual fee breakdown too.
Points and lender creditsWhat cash is due for the quoted rate? How does changing points or credits change the rate?
Origination and third-party costsWhich lender, appraisal, title and other charges are included? Is additional valuation work expected?
Lock and timingIs pricing locked, for how long, and what would an extension cost? Which borrower or project conditions remain?
Total payment and cashAre taxes, insurance, association dues, assessments and any mortgage insurance included in your budget?

Points, standard fees or a lender credit?

Ask for comparable quotes with points paid up front, without points, and with a lender credit if available. Points generally trade more upfront cost for a lower rate; a lender credit generally trades a higher rate for lower upfront cost. For the same balance and term, a simple cash-flow break-even estimate is added upfront cost divided by monthly payment savings. For example, $6,000 divided by $150 is 40 months. These hypothetical figures exclude tax effects, investment returns and changes in principal balance; they are not pricing offers.

This page does not quote a current rate or APR. Request the applicable written pricing and disclosures for your scenario.

For consumer mortgages using a Loan Estimate, compare the official disclosures side by side. The CFPB Loan Estimate explainer shows where to find the terms and charges.

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Compare the payment and the longer-term obligation.

Review fixed-rate and adjustable-rate options by how long you expect to keep the loan and how much payment uncertainty you can accept. If available for your scenario, compare interest-only repayment options, including when principal repayment begins and how the required payment can change.

For an adjustable-rate mortgage, compare the initial fixed period, index, margin, adjustment frequency and rate caps. For interest-only financing, confirm when principal payments begin and how the payment changes. Ask for the rate, points, fees, repayment terms and any permitted prepayment conditions in the actual loan comparison. For a refinance, compare the new balance and term with the remaining obligation on your current mortgage. A lower monthly payment alone does not establish a lower total cost.

Use the jumbo mortgage calculator to compare payment scenarios using your own assumptions, then confirm the complete costs in a lender quote.

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Is your luxury purchase ready for a lender review?

Use this checklist before your consultation. Check a box only when the item is ready. It is an organization aid, not an eligibility score; no entries are submitted or saved by this checklist.

Three common reviews: A Brickell condo buyer with salary and bonus needs both qualifying-income and building approval. A self-employed Coral Gables buyer can compare full-documentation and eligible bank-statement routes before choosing. A buyer planning to pay cash first should ask about post-purchase financing before closing, including timing and source-of-funds requirements. These are illustrative situations, not client results or approvals.

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Prepare the income, assets and property details.

A useful jumbo comparison starts with the loan amount you need and the liquidity you want to preserve.

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  • Property address, type and intended occupancy
  • Purchase price or estimated value and requested loan amount
  • Employment, business and other income documentation
  • Assets available for closing and reserves
  • Current mortgage statements and other obligations
  • Condo project information, if applicable

From the initial review through underwriting.

Already under contract or declined elsewhere? Share the stated reason, the financing-contingency deadline and the records already reviewed. Ask whether any existing appraisal can be accepted before ordering another. A different lender may assess the file differently, but a new review does not guarantee approval or preserve your contract rights.

Document completeness, condo-project review, insurance binding, appraisal work and title or lien questions set the pace. Discuss the closing schedule and any needed contract changes with your lender, agent and attorney before relying on a date.

We help compare lending sources and coordinate your submission. The lender makes the final credit and property decision.

  1. 01

    Review the financial picture

    We consider loan size, documented income, assets and the property.

  2. 02

    Compare lender options

    We compare available structures, costs, reserves and documentation requirements.

  3. 03

    Coordinate the submission

    We help organize borrower records and identify property or condo questions.

  4. 04

    Work toward closing

    We help track appraisal, title, lender conditions and closing milestones.

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Jumbo Mortgages FAQ

How do I know whether I need a jumbo loan?

Compare your requested loan amount with the current FHFA conforming limit for the county and number of units. The purchase price alone does not determine whether the loan is jumbo.

Can a jumbo mortgage finance a Florida condominium?

Potentially, subject to both borrower and project eligibility. Insurance, association records, assessments and building condition can affect the review, and lender requirements vary.

Can self-employed borrowers qualify for jumbo financing?

Yes, eligible borrowers may qualify with business-income documentation or a lender-approved alternative method. Availability depends on the selected program and the full borrower and property review.

Are reserves the same as the down payment?

No. The down payment is used to complete the purchase. Reserves are eligible assets remaining after closing that the lender requires or considers in underwriting.

Are jumbo mortgage rates always higher than conventional rates?

No single relationship applies to every transaction. Compare current offers for the same borrower, property, loan amount, points and payment structure rather than assuming one program is cheaper.

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