Home Loans
Buy, build, or refinance your home with a local team in North Florida and South Georgia.
Home Loans
Buy, build, or refinance your home with a local mortgage team that truly knows your community.
Home Loans
Buy, build, or refinance your home with a local mortgage team that truly knows your community.
Local Mortgage Experts for North Florida & South Georgia
From Tallahassee to Thomasville and everywhere in between, our mortgage specialists know these communities inside and out — so you can move forward with confidence.
Ready to Buy the Home of Your Dreams?
Competitive Rates
Flexible Terms
Easy Online Application
Conventional Fixed Rates and Jumbo Loans
FHA, VA, and USDA Loans
Fast Local Decisions
Your Next Home Is Within Reach
Buying a home here comes with its own set of opportunities — and its own quirks. Our mortgage specialists know the housing markets, financing programs, and neighborhoods across North Florida and South Georgia. When you work with First Commerce, you get:
- Local underwriting and decision-making
- Mortgage specialists who know regional housing markets firsthand
- Guidance on programs available in Florida and Georgia
Meet Our Mortgage Team
Barbara Williams-Anderson
Market Executive
Office: 850.488.0035, Ext. 3576 Cell: 229.224.8778
banderson@firstcommercecu.org
NMLS #664178
Stephen Parker
Mortgage Loan Originator
Office: 850.488.0035, Ext. 1263 Cell: 850.544.0937
sparker@firstcommercecu.org
NMLS #1041964
Tewai G. Asinas
Mortgage Loan Originator
Office: 850.488.0035, Ext. 1099 Cell: 561.676.4922
tgasinas@firstcommercecu.org
NMLS # 1573670
Barbara Williams-Anderson
Market Executive
Office: 850.488.0035, Ext. 3576 Cell: 229.224.8778
banderson@firstcommercecu.org
NMLS #664178
Stephen Parker
Mortgage Loan Originator
Office: 850.488.0035, Ext. 1263 Cell: 850.544.0937
sparker@firstcommercecu.org
NMLS #1041964
Tewai G. Asinas
Mortgage Loan Originator
Office: 850.488.0035, Ext. 1099 Cell: 561.676.4922
tgasinas@firstcommercecu.org
NMLS # 1573670
Financing Options to Meet Your Needs
Mortgage Loans
If you’re ready to buy a home, or a second home, we offer flexible financing options and terms up to 30 years.
- Term – 15 Year / 20 Year / 30 Year
- What you'll get
- Assistance from experienced local loan officers
- Simple application process
- Quick local decisions
- Competitive low rates
- Free financial education from the FCCU Foundation and our partner EverFi
- Fixed-Rate Mortgage (FRM) and Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) – Purchase, refinance, or cash out: up to 30-year terms
- First-Time Homebuyer Solutions – FHA loans, VA loans, and Rural Housing (USDA) loans
- Jumbo Loans – Fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans that can accommodate up to $1,500,000; Primary residence and second home
- Legal/disclosures – All mortgages are subject to our standard underwriting criteria, LTV limitations, lien position, property use and location – ask your Lender for details. Rates are subject to change. Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS# 774895
Home Equity Loans
A home equity loan allows you to borrow a set amount of money against the value of your home for a fixed period of time. Available for primary, secondary, and vacation homes located in Florida and Georgia.
- Term – 5 years or less/5–10 years/10–15 years/15–20 years*/30 years*
- APR – 6.24%–11.99%/ 7.24%–12.99%/ 7.74%–12.99%/ 8.74%–12.99%/ 9.24%–10.74%
- Amount borrowed – Up to 90% of market value/ Up to 90% of market value/ Up to 90% of market value/ Up to 90% of market value/ Up to 80% of market value
- Payment example
- (Per $1,000 Borrowed) $19.54–$22.43/ $11.80–$15.07/ $9.47-$12.77/ $8.89–$11.82/ $8.28–$9.40
- Fixed interest rates
- No closing costs (we’ll pay them for you)*
- Maximum loan amount of $500,000
- 2nd lien positions only
- Legal/disclosures – *Minimum loan of $40,000 for 20 years; $75,000 for 30-year terms. Your rate will be determined after credit review, term selection and final total Loan-to-value
*Loan amounts range from $10,000 to $500,000. Your rate is based on what percentage of your home’s equity is being used, term and a review of your credit application. First Commerce pays all typical closing costs. Typical closing costs will not include a new title policy if you cannot provide an existing one, a new survey or full appraisal, should any of these become necessary. Contact a Financial Services Officer for details.
Land Loans for fixed land loan rates
If you have dreams of owning property and building a home one day, we can help you get one step closer.
- Term – 5 years or less/5–10 years/15–20 years ($40,000 minimum)
- APR
- 8.99%–15.99%/9.99%–16.99%/10.49%–17.99%
- Amount borrowed
- Payment example/other rate info/Points (Payment per $1,000 borrowed) – $20.76–$24.73/$13.22–$24.59/$11.06–$16.08
- Legal/disclosures – Loans available to purchase vacant lots or land, as well as loans to pull out the equity in a parcel you already own. We will finance up to 90% of the appraised value. Florida and Georgia properties in FCCU field of membership only. Contact a Financial Services Officer for details. The rate you receive is determined by a credit review and the term of your loan.
Milestone Mortgage
Own your home free and clear sooner! Available for primary residences located in Florida and Georgia.
- Term – 5 years/7 years/10 years
- APR – 4.49%–5.24%/ 4.99%–5.99%/ 5.49%–6.24%
- Amount borrowed – Up to 75% of market value/ Up to 75% of market value/ Up to 75% of market value
- Payment example
- (Per $1,000 Borrowed) $18.65–$19.00/$14.14–$14.62/$10.86–$11.24
- Fixed interest rates
- No closing costs (we’ll pay them for you)*
- Maximum loan amount of $250,000
- 1st lien position only
- Legal/disclosures – The payments do not include amounts for taxes or insurance premiums, so your total payment obligation will be greater. Borrower will be responsible for these additional expenses separately from their payment to First Commerce Credit Union.
*Loan amounts range from $10,000 to $250,000, and your rate is based on term and a review of your credit application. First Commerce pays all typical closing costs. Typical closing costs will include a new title policy if you cannot provide an existing one. A new survey or full appraisal may be required, should any of these become necessary. Call a Financial Services Officer for details.
Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOC)
A home equity line of credit gives you the flexibility to use your home’s equity whenever it’s convenient for you instead of borrowing a set amount of money all at once.
- Term – Up to 20 years
- APR – As low as 6.50%
- Amount borrowed – $10,000 – $500,000 (up to 90% of market value)
- Other rate info
- 2% annual cap 6% lifetime cap 5.00% minimum/18% maximum
- Lines up to 90% of your home’s value
- Variable interest rate
- No closing costs with $10,000 initial advance*
- Subsequent advances at any time (minimum $500)
- Available for primary, secondary, or vacation homes located in Florida and Georgia
- Maximum amount of $500,000
- Legal/disclosures – Rate fluctuates quarterly based on Wall Street Journal Prime rate plus a margin ranging from 0.25% to +1.0% with a floor of 5.00%.
*Rate determined by Loan-to-Value (LTV) and a review of your credit application; LTV maximum determined after a review of your individual situation. Loan amounts range from $10,000 to $500,000. Up to 90% of the value of your home, less 1st mortgage balance can be used to establish the line. First Commerce pays all typical closing costs, if not paid off during the first three years. Typical closing costs will not include a new title policy if you cannot provide an existing one, a new survey or full appraisal, should any of these become necessary. Contact a Financial Services Officer for details.
Mortgage Loans
If you’re ready to buy a home, or a second home, we offer flexible financing options and terms up to 30 years.
- Term – 15 Year / 20 Year / 30 Year
- What you'll get
- Assistance from experienced local loan officers
- Simple application process
- Quick local decisions
- Competitive low rates
- Free financial education from the FCCU Foundation and our partner EverFi
- Fixed-Rate Mortgage (FRM) and Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) – Purchase, refinance, or cash out: up to 30-year terms
- First-Time Homebuyer Solutions – FHA loans, VA loans, and Rural Housing (USDA) loans
- Jumbo Loans – Fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans that can accommodate up to $1,500,000; Primary residence and second home
- Legal/disclosures – All mortgages are subject to our standard underwriting criteria, LTV limitations, lien position, property use and location – ask your Lender for details. Rates are subject to change. Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS# 774895
Milestone Mortgage
Own your home free and clear sooner! Available for primary residences located in Florida and Georgia.
- Term – 5 years/7 years/10 years
- APR – 4.49%–5.24%/ 4.99%–5.99%/ 5.49%–6.24%
- Amount borrowed – Up to 75% of market value/ Up to 75% of market value/ Up to 75% of market value
- Payment example
- (Per $1,000 Borrowed) $18.65–$19.00/$14.14–$14.62/$10.86–$11.24
- Fixed interest rates
- No closing costs (we’ll pay them for you)*
- Maximum loan amount of $250,000
- 1st lien position only
- Legal/disclosures – The payments do not include amounts for taxes or insurance premiums, so your total payment obligation will be greater. Borrower will be responsible for these additional expenses separately from their payment to First Commerce Credit Union.
*Loan amounts range from $10,000 to $250,000, and your rate is based on term and a review of your credit application. First Commerce pays all typical closing costs. Typical closing costs will include a new title policy if you cannot provide an existing one. A new survey or full appraisal may be required, should any of these become necessary. Call a Financial Services Officer for details.
Home Equity Loans
A home equity loan allows you to borrow a set amount of money against the value of your home for a fixed period of time. Available for primary, secondary, and vacation homes located in Florida and Georgia.
- Term – 5 years or less/5–10 years/10–15 years/15–20 years*/30 years*
- APR – 6.24%–11.99%/ 7.24%–12.99%/ 7.74%–12.99%/ 8.74%–12.99%/ 9.24%–10.74%
- Amount borrowed – Up to 90% of market value/ Up to 90% of market value/ Up to 90% of market value/ Up to 90% of market value/ Up to 80% of market value
- Payment example
- (Per $1,000 Borrowed) $19.54–$22.43/ $11.80–$15.07/ $9.47-$12.77/ $8.89–$11.82/ $8.28–$9.40
- Fixed interest rates
- No closing costs (we’ll pay them for you)*
- Maximum loan amount of $500,000
- 2nd lien positions only
- Legal/disclosures – *Minimum loan of $40,000 for 20 years; $75,000 for 30-year terms. Your rate will be determined after credit review, term selection and final total Loan-to-value
*Loan amounts range from $10,000 to $500,000. Your rate is based on what percentage of your home’s equity is being used, term and a review of your credit application. First Commerce pays all typical closing costs. Typical closing costs will not include a new title policy if you cannot provide an existing one, a new survey or full appraisal, should any of these become necessary. Contact a Financial Services Officer for details.
Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOC)
A home equity line of credit gives you the flexibility to use your home’s equity whenever it’s convenient for you instead of borrowing a set amount of money all at once.
- Term – Up to 20 years
- APR – As low as 6.50%
- Amount borrowed – $10,000 – $500,000 (up to 90% of market value)
- Other rate info
- 2% annual cap 6% lifetime cap 5.00% minimum/18% maximum
- Lines up to 90% of your home’s value
- Variable interest rate
- No closing costs with $10,000 initial advance*
- Subsequent advances at any time (minimum $500)
- Available for primary, secondary, or vacation homes located in Florida and Georgia
- Maximum amount of $500,000
- Legal/disclosures – Rate fluctuates quarterly based on Wall Street Journal Prime rate plus a margin ranging from 0.25% to +1.0% with a floor of 5.00%.
*Rate determined by Loan-to-Value (LTV) and a review of your credit application; LTV maximum determined after a review of your individual situation. Loan amounts range from $10,000 to $500,000. Up to 90% of the value of your home, less 1st mortgage balance can be used to establish the line. First Commerce pays all typical closing costs, if not paid off during the first three years. Typical closing costs will not include a new title policy if you cannot provide an existing one, a new survey or full appraisal, should any of these become necessary. Contact a Financial Services Officer for details.
Land Loans for fixed land loan rates
If you have dreams of owning property and building a home one day, we can help you get one step closer.
- Term – 5 years or less/5–10 years/15–20 years ($40,000 minimum)
- APR
- 8.99%–15.99%/9.99%–16.99%/10.49%–17.99%
- Amount borrowed
- Payment example/other rate info/Points (Payment per $1,000 borrowed) – $20.76–$24.73/$13.22–$24.59/$11.06–$16.08
- Legal/disclosures – Loans available to purchase vacant lots or land, as well as loans to pull out the equity in a parcel you already own. We will finance up to 90% of the appraised value. Florida and Georgia properties in FCCU field of membership only. Contact a Financial Services Officer for details. The rate you receive is determined by a credit review and the term of your loan.
Rates are accurate as of May 1, 2026 and are subject to change without notice.
What is a home equity loan or HELOC?
Considering Homeownership?
More than 70% of Americans consider buying a home part of the “American Dream.” Learn how to reach your financial goals with free financial education resources from the FCCU Foundation.
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Learn About Escrow
If you ever notice a change in your mortgage payment, there’s a chance it could be related to your mortgage escrow account. But some homeowners have reported not fully understanding how their escrow account works. Have questions? Check out our helpful escrow fact sheet!
Read Our Escrow Fact SheetAccess Your Home’s Equity
You’ve put a lot into building the equity in your home. Put that equity to work for you! Home equity loans and lines of credit can be used for any purpose: home improvements, education expenses, debt consolidation, that trip you’ve always wanted to take, and more.
Apply for a Home Equity Loan or HELOC Today See Rates
This Land Is Your Land…
Ready to claim your piece of paradise? We can help make it happen. First Commerce offers competitive rates and flexible terms with up to 90% financing for undeveloped property located in Florida or Georgia. Our experienced loan officers can help you find the right financing option to meet your needs.
Apply for a Land Loan Today See RatesRequired Documentation
- INCOME VERIFICATION: Paystubs covering most recent 30 days of employment plus Year-to-Date Totals, and the last two years of W-2s or, if self-employed, last two years’ tax returns.
- OTHER DISCLOSURE NOTICES: You will be provided with additional required disclosures. Please read, sign, and return them to your loan officer as soon as possible.
- ORIGINAL CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE with all addendums: We recommend that you obtain preapproval first.
- BANK STATEMENTS: If your down payment is on deposit at a financial institution other than First Commerce, provide a copy of your two most recent bank statements.
- MORTGAGE STATEMENT: Your most recent mortgage statement showing company name, account number, current mortgage balance, and escrow balances (if applicable).
- WARRANTY DEED: A copy of the recorded deed, including legal description.
- SURVEY: A copy of your most recent survey.
- OWNER’S TITLE INSURANCE POLICY: A copy of the owner’s title insurance policy from when you purchased your home.
- HOMEOWNER’S INSURANCE DECLARATION PAGE: A copy of your current Homeowner’s Insurance and Flood Insurance, if applicable. The information should include the insurance agent’s name, agent’s business address, agent’s phone number, the cost of the insurance coverage, and the amount of insurance coverage for your home.
Member Testimonial
“I’m in the process of buying my first home and I can’t say thank you enough to the First Commerce team for all their help. They have been on this journey with me for months and have taken the time to help with different options, and what is best for me and my family.”
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Find out what First Commerce’s powerful Digital Banking tools can do for you.
The Power To Reach Your Financial Goals
Learn how to reach your financial goals with free financial education tips and resources from the FCCU Foundation.
Your Financial Partner for Life
Established in 1940, First Commerce is a full-service, not-for-profit credit union with locations across North Florida and South Georgia. We are a member-owned cooperative and committed to the communities we serve. Our purpose is to empower people to enhance their financial well-being by helping them achieve their financial goals – whether it’s simplifying their day-to-day finances, buying their first car or home, or building a great retirement. When you bank with First Commerce, you get a truly personal experience backed by 85 years of financial expertise.
