Jordan Vreeland
Licensed Mortgage Broker · NMLS #795404
Fort Lauderdale's market doesn't wait. Canal-front homes, luxury waterfront properties, and competitive offer situations require fast, clean financing. We've closed South Florida loans in as few as 5 days. 1,400+ five-star reviews.
Fort Lauderdale has more miles of inland waterways than any other city in the US: over 300 miles of navigable canals winding through neighborhoods like Las Olas, Victoria Park, Coral Ridge, and Harbor Beach. That's why it earned the "Venice of America" nickname, and that's why the real estate here is unlike almost anywhere else in Florida. Canal-front properties, dock access, and waterfront lots command prices that frequently exceed conventional loan limits.
The Fort Lauderdale metro median is around $500,000, and that figure reflects a market where pricing varies dramatically by neighborhood and proximity to water. A buyer in Plantation or Davie might be looking at a conventional purchase in the $400s. A buyer in Coral Ridge or Harbor Beach is likely in jumbo territory. Both situations are ones we handle regularly, and the financing strategy for each is completely different.
South Florida's real estate market moves quickly. Multiple offers on well-priced listings are common, and buyers who show up with standard preapproval letters (not DU Approvals) are at a disadvantage. Speed and financing credibility matter here more than in slower markets. That's where our process fits Fort Lauderdale specifically well.
14 Days To Close serves buyers throughout Fort Lauderdale, Plantation, Davie, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, and Hallandale Beach. We're licensed throughout Florida and most states nationwide (excluding NY).
Fort Lauderdale's price range and property types require expertise across multiple loan programs. Here's what applies to this market and who each one fits.
Canal-front homes, Las Olas waterfront, and Harbor Beach properties regularly exceed conventional loan limits. Jumbo financing covers purchases above the conforming limit with competitive rates. We work with high-value files regularly and know what documentation lenders need.
Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas have significant condo inventory. Warrantable condos qualify for conventional and FHA financing. Non-warrantable condos (often in smaller buildings or those with high investor ownership) require a different approach. We know the difference and navigate it fast.
Competitive rates for buyers with solid credit in Plantation, Davie, Sunrise, and Pembroke Pines: areas where purchase prices fall within conforming limits. Flexible terms and the most widely accepted loan type by sellers throughout Broward County.
Down payments as low as 3.5% with more flexible credit requirements. A viable path for first-time buyers entering Fort Lauderdale's market, particularly in suburban areas of Broward County where prices fall within FHA limits. Pairs well with Hallandale Beach DPA and Hometown Heroes.
Zero down payment, no monthly mortgage insurance, competitive rates. Fort Lauderdale's proximity to military installations means VA eligibility is a real conversation for a portion of buyers here. If you have the benefit, it's worth evaluating first.
Pull equity from a Fort Lauderdale property that's appreciated, lower your rate, or shorten your term. We run the numbers before you commit so you know the refinance actually makes sense for your situation.
Waterfront and condo purchases in South Florida have specific requirements. We walk through them in plain English so there are no surprises at the appraisal.
Fort Lauderdale-area buyers have access to meaningful down payment assistance through local and statewide programs. The Hallandale Beach grant (right within the service area) is one of the largest forgivable amounts available anywhere in Florida. Here's what's currently active:
Program terms and availability change regularly. We confirm current eligibility during your pre-approval. No obligation. See our Florida down payment assistance guide for the statewide picture.
Jordan Vreeland funded $93 million in loans in 2025. That volume comes from a process that's genuinely faster than most lenders, not a marketing claim, but a documented capability. Jordan has closed loans in as few as 5 days. The industry average is 30 to 45.
In Fort Lauderdale's competitive market, that speed has real value. When a Las Olas listing attracts three offers in 48 hours, the buyer who has their DU Approval in hand is better positioned than the one who just has a preapproval letter. Listing agents know the difference. We run buyers through the Desktop Underwriter process before they go under contract so their offers carry more weight.
South Florida real estate moves on tight timelines. We're available 24/7: nights, weekends, holidays. If a seller counters on a Sunday night and you need rate guidance at 10 PM, we're reachable. We stay involved from application through the day your loan funds. No handoffs, no disappearing after the application is in.
1,400+ five-star reviews on Google from buyers across Florida. Here's a sample of what clients say about working with Jordan and the team.
"Be ready to close in 14 days. They'll keep you on track and make sure, from set up to tours, to get it done. I personally have never received this type of service... They live by their name! Great team!!"
"Jordan and the team helped us every step of the way. There were no crazy surprises in the process, very open, honest and available for every question I had. We have been in our home now for over half a year and are more than satisfied."
Individual results may vary. Closing timelines depend on factors including appraisal, title, inspection, and borrower circumstances. 14 Days To Close does not guarantee a specific closing date.
Get pre-approved before you start touring and walk into every showing with financing that Fort Lauderdale sellers and listing agents respect. We'll tell you exactly what you qualify for. No waiting, no runaround.