Horse Property & Rural Loans

Horse Property and Rural Mortgage Loans in Texas

Mortgage financing for horse properties, ranches, equestrian facilities, acreage homes, and rural real estate.

About this program

Horse properties and rural acreage homes have their own financing dynamics. The combination of land, residential structure, outbuildings (barns, stables, arenas), and intended use means that not every mortgage program will work, but plenty of them can with the right matching.

The key questions are: how much acreage is there, what's the intended use (residential, hobby farm, working ranch, commercial equestrian), what outbuildings exist and how is their value being treated, and what does the appraisal look like. Programs treat these factors differently. FHA, conventional, jumbo, and non-QM all have their own acreage limits and use-case rules.

We work with Hill Country buyers, horse trainers, ranchers, and rural homebuyers regularly. Send us the property details and we will pre-screen which programs are eligible before you write an offer.

Who it's for

Key terms

Acreage
Loan eligibility depends on the program; some programs cap insurable acreage.
Intended use
Residential, hobby, or commercial use affects which programs apply.
Outbuildings
Barns, stables, and arenas may or may not contribute to appraised value depending on the program.
Appraisal
Property must support the loan amount; rural appraisals can take longer to source.
Best fit programs
Conventional, jumbo, and non-QM are often more flexible than FHA/VA for larger acreage properties.

Specific terms vary by lender, program, and borrower profile. All loans are subject to credit, income, property, and underwriting approval. Not a commitment to lend.

Frequently asked questions

Can I finance a horse property or ranch in Texas?
Yes. We work with buyers throughout the Texas Hill Country and beyond on horse properties, acreage homes, ranches, and rural real estate.
Are there acreage limits on horse property loans?
Loan eligibility depends on the program, acreage, intended use, and the appraisal. Some programs cap insurable acreage; others are more flexible. Send us the specific property and we will pre-screen the financing options.
Can I use FHA financing for a property with horses?
Sometimes. FHA can work on horse and acreage properties when the property meets FHA's residential-use, acreage, and appraisal guidelines. Each property is reviewed case-by-case.
Do you finance properties with barns or equestrian facilities?
Yes. Properties with barns, stables, arenas, and other equestrian outbuildings can often be financed, though the loan program and appraised value can vary depending on the property's character.

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Serving these areas

Horse Property & Rural Loans are a regular fit in these Central Texas markets.

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Vanessa Jones Schlomer

Title
Branch Manager
Loan Officer NMLS Number
NMLS# 893657
State Licenses
Serving Texas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee
Office
14201 Ranch Road 12, Suite 3
Wimberley, TX 78676
Phone number
+1 (512) 790-0947