Dallas, TXVA purchase
A second opinion that paid off
Came in pre-approved elsewhere and wanted another look. We restructured the deal and got him a better one.
Smooth closeBuyer’s agent @quentin.dfwrealtor
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$25,000 in equity on day oneFort Worth, TX · VA purchase
9 daysFastest recent purchase close
4 daysFastest refinance close
8 statesTX, VA, MO, KS, MD, LA, GA, NC
5.0 ★24 client reviews
Figures and stories come from loans Craig has shared publicly. Every file is different; results are not guaranteed.
Dallas, TX
Los Fresnos, TXVA one-time close
$1.2M land + custom build, one closing
A couple of acres, the construction and the permanent loan in a single VA closing — no payments for up to 11 months while the home is built.
One closing
Sachse, TXRefinance
Saving over $1,000 a month
That is $12,000+ a year back in the homeowner’s pocket.
Closed in 9 days
Norfolk, VAVA purchase
First home, equity from day one
Zero down, no PMI, and they walked into equity the day they got the keys.
2 weeks from contractBuyer’s agent @iamcraighouston
Norfolk, VAVA purchase
Bought while deployed at sea
Barely any internet on deployment. We handled the Tidewater appraisal and the paperwork; they came home to their own front door.
Under 3 weeksBuyer’s agent @kerrytannerva
Fort Worth, TXVA purchase
$25,000 in equity on day one
The builder’s in-house lender couldn’t read active-duty and reservist pay. We could — and secured full builder concessions.
Just over 3 weeksBuyer’s agent @quentin.dfwrealtor
Prairie View, TXDown payment assistance
Down payment and closing costs covered
A program from one of Craig’s lenders covered both — with money left over to buy down the rate.
First home
New Orleans, LAVA duplex
A home that pays him back
Active-duty buyer, tenant already in the other unit, and a lender-paid 1-0 buydown worth nearly $3,000 in year one.
Cash-flowing
Brunswick, GAPhysician loan
Doctor’s loan, 0% down
Up to 100% financing and no PMI for a medical professional household.
0% downBuyer’s agent @katedanowski_re
Kansas City, MOVA mixed-use
A home and a business in one closing
Live upstairs, run the business downstairs. $0 down and the seller covered all closing costs.
Closed in 21 days
Houston, TXVA purchase
Rate in the 5s for the first year
A tight timeline, a no-cost temporary buydown, and a real 3–5 year plan for the home.
Closed in 9 daysBuyer’s agent @soldbyjeffejekam
Brownsville, TXVA refinance
Entitlement restored, rate lowered
Restored the veteran’s VA entitlement and lowered the rate with $0 out of pocket.
Under 2 weeks
Suffolk, VAVA new construction
Turned away by the builder’s lender
A Navy family on PCS orders from Chicago. “No” from one lender didn’t mean no everywhere.
Brand-new build
Odenton, MDVA purchase
Out of uniform, into a new state
A Navy officer leaving active duty, starting a new job and moving his family from New Jersey — closed on time.
On scheduleBuyer’s agent @jdjonesrealestate
Virginia Beach, VAFirst-time buyer
From renting in LA to owning in Virginia
A teacher’s cross-country move, new career and first home — planned together and done.
Coast to coastBuyer’s agent @iamcraighouston
Aledo, TXVA purchase
A second VA loan, first one kept
They still had a VA loan on a home in Missouri. With the right structure, the benefit kept working.
Second-tier entitlementAmanda Falconer & Laura Bumgarner
Chesapeake, VAPurchase
Came in early, closed fast
They started months ahead to find the right home, not just a home — then moved fast.
Just over 3 weeksBuyer’s agent @Wineyshkaisabel
Hampton, VAVA purchase
Keys for an active-duty mom
Closing day for a service member and her young family.
Active dutyBuyer’s agent @iamcraighouston
Kansas City, MO1% down
Paying less than rent
A retired school teacher bought with just 1% down — and funded 10 days before closing.
Funded earlyBuyer’s agent @kee.sells.houses
Kansas City, KSPurchase
Told they wouldn’t qualify
Approved for a renovated home and closed early to fit their schedule.
Closed in 15 daysBuyer’s agent @kee.sells.houses
Hampton, VAPurchase
A beautiful new home in Hampton
Closed with an outstanding buyer’s agent who fought for her clients the whole way.
Closed on timeBuyer’s agent @bonita.hunter757
Dallas, TXVA purchase
His own baby brother
Guided him through his first home, paid off both cars and set him up with home equity.
Debt-free startBuyer’s agent @kee.sells.houses
Client reviews
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24 reviews on Craig’s review page, all five stars, from buyers, homeowners and Realtor partners.
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Troy T.Physician loan · military family · Jun 2026
★★★★★
If you are a physician, a military family, or anyone whose financial profile does not fit neatly into a conventional lending box, Craig Scott is the person you want in your corner. Every time a complication surfaced, Craig treated it as a logistics problem to be solved, not a reason to pump the brakes.
NS
Newjean S.Purchase · May 2026
★★★★★
He kept me informed every step of the way and made sure I always knew what was going on. Everything moved smoothly, and we were fully prepared to close in just 3 weeks.
CH
Craig HoustonRealtor partner · Feb 2026
★★★★★
My client was working with a previous lender who could only qualify him to a certain purchase price. Craig was able to land him with a lender who could break through that barrier. If he says he got you… he got you.
DP
Dominique P.Purchase · May 2026
★★★★★
Craig and his team were very efficient and informative throughout the whole interaction. We closed the house in 9 days, seamlessly.
ZS
Zach S.Purchase · Jan 2026
★★★★★
What really stood out was the white glove level of service. Any time I had a question — and I had plenty — Craig was quick to respond. Never felt like I was just another file.
RS
Risee S.First home · Jan 2026
★★★★★
My questions, my uncertainties, were all answered right away. And when I moved into my place, I received a welcome mat in the mail.
DB
David B.Purchase · Jun 2026
★★★★★
He took the time to guide me through every step and helped me find the lender that best fit my specific needs and goals. I never felt rushed.
NP
Nicholas P.Out-of-state purchase · Feb 2026
★★★★★
Halfway across the country and Craig was still able to get everything squared away. I will definitely be using him again when I move.
JR
Jaran R.Moving to Texas · Jan 2026
★★★★★
I highly recommend him if you are moving to Texas or buying here locally anywhere in the Dallas Metro area!
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