Hector Canciano

MGR / Broker

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786-223-2372

HCanciano@LatinMortgageGroup.com

Hector Canciano MGR / Broker

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How to Protect Yourself from Common Mortgage Scams

How to Protect Yourself from Common Mortgage Scams

The homebuying process involves large financial transactions, multiple parties, and significant personal information. Because of this complexity, mortgage scams have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years. Criminals often target buyers during t

Mar 24, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

Buy a Home using the House Hacking Strategy

Buy a Home using the House Hacking Strategy

For many aspiring real estate investors, the biggest barrier to getting started is the cost of buying an investment property. Down payments, higher interest rates, and stricter lending requirements can make traditional investment properties difficult to a

Mar 17, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House in 2026?

What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House in 2026?

Your credit score plays a major role in qualifying for a mortgage in 2026. While loan guidelines have remained relatively consistent, underwriting has become more flexible in how lenders evaluate overall risk. That means your score matters—but it&r

Mar 10, 2026 | Credit

Mortgage Loans for Self-Employed Borrowers

Mortgage Loans for Self-Employed Borrowers

If you are self-employed, getting approved for a mortgage can feel more complex than it does for a salaried employee. Traditional loan programs often require steady W-2 income and consistent pay stubs. However, there are strong mortgage options available

Mar 03, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

Using a HELOC to Buy a Second Home

Using a HELOC to Buy a Second Home

A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) can provide funding for a second home purchase by allowing you to borrow against the equity in your primary residence. This financing strategy offers flexibility but requires careful consideration of the financial obl

Feb 24, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

El Préstamo HEI (Home Equity Improvement)

El Préstamo HEI (Home Equity Improvement)

El Préstamo HEI (Home Equity Improvement) Con más de 30 años en este mercado, he visto evolucionar muchas herramientas, pero el HEI (Home Equity Investment) es de las más innovadoras. No es un préstamo tradicional, sino

Feb 17, 2026 |