Featured Home Loan Programs

CONVENTIONAL

Home Loan

• As Low As 3% Down
• 620 Minimum Credit Score
• Max Loan Amount $806,500

FHA

Home Loan

• 3.5% Down Payment
• 600 Minimum Credit Score
• Max Loan Amount $524,225

USDA

Home Loan

• 100% Financing
• 620 Minimum Credit Score
• Low Mortgage Insurance

 

VA

Home Loan

• 100% Financing
• No Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
• Max Loan Amount $806,500

 

Top Mortgage Lender in Lafayette, LA

At Family First Mortgage Inc., we proudly serve Lafayette, LA, and surrounding areas as a trusted mortgage lender and mortgage broker offering expert home loan solutions. With over 70 years of combined experience, our team provides a personalized home financing experience across Louisiana and Texas. As a leading mortgage company in Lafayette, we’re committed to delivering some of the lowest mortgage rates and fees in the industry. Our exceptional client service in Lafayette and Acadiana is backed by over 180 five-star reviews on Google. Trust us for all your home mortgage needs in Lafayette, Louisiana, and Texas.

Lafayette's trusted mortgage lender: Start your home loan journey today!

Whether you're a first-time home buyer or looking to refinance, we offer expert guidance on home loans in Lafayette, making the process clear and easy. At Family First Mortgage Inc., we’re more than a Mortgage lender, your family becomes our family. We’re your trusted Mortgage Company in building a stronger financial future. Explore various loan options, including

Our service areas include: Lafayette, Broussard, Carencro, Youngsville, Scott, Breaux Bridge, St. Martinville, New Iberia, Lake Charles, and in all of Louisiana. In the state of Texas, we will be focusing on the larger metro areas: Austin, Dallas, and Houston just to name a few.

How much do you qualify for?

No Obligation. No Credit Check.

Why Choose Us

$1 Billion +

in loans funded to date

4500+

Families Helped Since 2004

182

Five Star Google Reviews 

A selfie picture of a happy family

About Family First Mortgage

To Chris Chustz, family is everything, but family for him takes on a wider meaning than most. He is the face of Family First Mortgage, founder and owner since 2004. He lives here in Lafayette with his four children and wife, Angelle; he is proud to call this community home.

“Family is our mission. We want to reach people and make an impact in their lives. We are here to help clients achieve their dreams,” says Chris. He explains that it's his goal is to reach the community in any positive way. He wants Family First Mortgage to become a beacon of light for Acadiana, starting with faith in God and Family. Helping people to finance their dreams is just the beginning. Chris has taken the name Family First and extended it to mean community as well. “We want every customer to feel connected and comfortable with our process. This isn't just about finance for them or for us. It's deeply personal and we want them to feel like family.”

It's obvious to anyone who walks through the doors at Family First, that this experience will be like no other in Acadiana. Chris leads his entire Family First team by example, often reminding them to LEAD.

L-Love.
E-Encourage.
A-Affirm.
D-Develop.

“That's what I try to show everyone who walks in this building. We want people to leave better off than they came to us.”

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Our clients are the foundation of our success

  • Working with Chris and Hannah made what can be a very stressful process much easier than I expected! We will use their services again and refer them to others.

    Paul Vedros Avatar Paul Vedros
    February 28, 2023

    Great experience! Chris is the best, very professional and personable, highly recommend for anyone buying a home!

    Alexander Thomas Avatar Alexander Thomas
    January 28, 2025

    Chris and Hannah really made every step of the way as stress free as possible in our home buying adventure. Every question answered and made us sure that we could... read more

    Logan Schexnider Avatar Logan Schexnider
    April 28, 2024

    Family first were very great people to work with very smooth and quick. Any questions I had were answered with ease and kindness. Definitely would recommend to anyone!!

    Dustin Robarge Avatar Dustin Robarge
    November 28, 2024
  • I had an outstanding experience with Family First Mortgage in Lafayette! From the moment I first reached out, the team was incredibly responsive, professional, and attentive to my needs. They... read more

    Robert Domingue Avatar Robert Domingue
    February 7, 2025

    My experience with Chris from Family First Mortgage was amazing. I got on contact with him 7 months before closing on home before I sold my previous home. He responded... read more

    Taurean Goss Avatar Taurean Goss
    February 28, 2024

    Chris and his team are all first class! They all help you with whatever questions you have and anything that you need regarding your loan. He stays on top of... read more

    Lisa M Avatar Lisa M
    November 28, 2024

    If you want someone who is extremely invested in your life, and work then Barron Hubert is the man for you! He’s been calling me every week for 5 months... read more

    Stone Sawyer Avatar Stone Sawyer
    February 28, 2023
  • Hannah and Chris were absolutely incredible during this entire process. They never gave up. I would definitely recommend Family First to anyone purchasing a home. Chad Naquin

    ellie Avatar ellie
    February 28, 2023

    Jason Alexander is one of the best people I have ever met. He and his team at family first got my wife and I in a three bedroom two bath... read more

    Hey Lay Avatar Hey Lay
    February 28, 2024

    Jason goes above and beyond for his clients! My client was able to get into her very first home even though the situation was tough, he didn't give up and... read more

    Sarina King Avatar Sarina King
    February 28, 2024

    Chris and I worked together for over a year and a half and it was by far, the best experience I've had working with a mortgage company. I went through... read more

    julia trahan Avatar julia trahan
    February 28, 2024
  • Jason and the rest of the staff at Family First Mortgage were absolutely phenomenal!!! He made a very stressful situation extremely seamless!! I highly recommend Jasón and Family First Mortgage!!

    Oto Collins Avatar Oto Collins
    February 28, 2024

    My family and I was on the market for our first home. We was working with another Leander, who gave us the run a round for 6 weeks. I was... read more

    Hai Pham Avatar Hai Pham
    June 28, 2024

    Jason has been absolutely amazing to work with! He answers all of my questions (even stupid ones) and helped me on my journey to buying my very first home. I... read more

    Yasmeen Mohamed Avatar Yasmeen Mohamed
    February 28, 2024

    I had the pleasure to work with Mr Baron. He was 1st class from the beginning to the end. I would definitely recommend my family and friends to Family First... read more

    MsElaine Vavasseur Avatar MsElaine Vavasseur
    February 28, 2023