Richard Castaño NMLS# 2241260

05/17/2026

🏡 Big news for homebuyers!
At First Coast Mortgage Funding, we now offer Vantage Scores — meaning we pull both scores and use the higher of the two.

✅ More approvals
✅ Better rates
✅ More options

My goal is simple: help more families qualify and achieve homeownership with the best terms possible. If you’ve been told “no” before, let’s take another look.

📲 Richard Castano
Sr Loan Officer | NMLS #2241260
📞 484-515-0626
📧 [email protected]

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05/12/2026

There’s nothing better than helping someone finally get across the finish line after months of frustration.

Every loan scenario is different. Sometimes it takes persistence, creativity, communication, and refusing to give up when things get complicated.

I’m grateful for clients like Aureli who trust me to help guide them through the process. Whether it’s a purchase, refinance, investment property, or unique situation, my goal is always to find solutions that make sense for YOU.

And yes… being able to help in both English & Spanish matters 🇺🇸🇨🇴

Thank you again for the trust 🙏

📲 If you’re looking to buy, refinance, or simply want a second opinion on your current loan scenario, let’s connect.

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04/07/2026

Ha sido un privilegio trabajar con increíbles profesionales a lo largo de los años 🙏🏽

Nada me llena más que ayudar a familias a lograr el sueño de ser propietarios, y hacerlo junto a Realtors que verdaderamente luchan por sus clientes.

Gracias por tus palabras, seguimos creando soluciones, pensando fuera de la caja y cerrando más oportunidades 💼🏡

Si eres Realtor y buscas un aliado que te respalde en cada paso del proceso, aquí estoy 🤝

03/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Richard Castano to the First Coast Mortgage Funding team! 👏

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Richard is passionate about educating and empowering buyers while helping them build long-term wealth through real estate. We’re excited to have him on the team and can’t wait to see the impact he’ll make!

12/23/2025

Buying a home doesn’t have to be confusing.

Welcome to Mortgage 101 — where we talk credit, income, buying power, and real home prices in NE Florida.

Follow along 👊






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09/15/2025

This week at Saturated with Eleven22 has been heavy- emotional, intense, and full of both heartbreak and hope. It’s been one of the hardest weeks I’ve walked through, yet it’s also been one of the most fruitful.
Hearing about Charlie Kirk’s death shook me. A man who simply stood firm in what he believed, unwavering in truth. It reminded me that the cost of faith can be great - but the reward is greater.
Saturated reminded me of these deep truths:
Trust God, even when it’s hard.
With God, there is always a “meanwhile” - He is working, even when we can’t see it.
Consecrate your life to the Lord; set it apart for Him.
Jesus said Go-so go!
Speak boldly about your faith. Don’t hold back.
You don’t know what hangs in the balance when you say yes to God.
And that’s exactly it - I don’t know what hangs in the balance. But I do know this: moving forward, I will not shy away from sharing my faith. I will not stay silent out of fear or discomfort.
I am a Christian.
I am proud.
And I love God

07/18/2025

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Richard Castano by Carlos R B - Excelente equipo

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06/17/2025

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Richard Castano by Yanser C O - Richard Castaño was an incredible support throughout the entire loan process. From the beginning to the final approval, he guided us every step of the way with clarity, patience, and professionalism. Richard was always willing to answer all of our questions, no matter how small, and made sure we fully understood each part of the process. His commitment and dedication truly made a difference during a time that can often be overwhelming. We’re very thankful for his support and highly recommend him to anyone going through the home loan process!

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06/11/2025

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Richard Castano by David S O - Siempre busco la mejores opciones para ayudar a obtener un buen negocio

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