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

  • I highly recommend Family First!! Chris is a Godly man of high integrity. He and his team really care about every client. They made everything so easy and painless. Call... read more

    Jonathan Sanchez Avatar Jonathan Sanchez
    December 28, 2024

    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

    The absolute best!!! Chris and Hannah are amazing, they walked us through every step of the process. They are absolutely beautiful people. We absolutely highly recommend them!

    Dawn Vedros Avatar Dawn Vedros
    February 28, 2023

    Our Mortgage broker Chris is fantastic. He’s not only a great friend but an even better broker. He’s always on his game and very knowledgeable and prompt with anything I’ve... read more

    Johann Sathre Avatar Johann Sathre
    July 28, 2024
  • 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

    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 awesome! They are very efficient and the entire staff are all about customer service!! Top notch. If you need any kind of mortgage or title... read more

    Shawn Connors Avatar Shawn Connors
    February 28, 2024

    Absolute great ppl ,work hard for u ,closed on our home yesterday Hannah was amazing through whole process , spoke with owner Chris awesome faith based guy ,and company 100%... read more

    Jacob Cortez Avatar Jacob Cortez
    February 28, 2024
  • Thank you for getting me all the way to the closing table family first mortgage is the best I’ve learned so much in the process!!! I’m grateful to have work... read more

    Courtney Francis Avatar Courtney Francis
    February 28, 2024

    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

    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

    My husband and I recently had the pleasure of working with Family First Mortgage, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the moment we first reached out, Mr.... read more

    Kristen Johnson Avatar Kristen Johnson
    June 28, 2024
  • There is nothing better than working with family and that’s exactly how Chris Chustz at Family First Mortgage has made us feel! Chris has been and will always be our... read more

    Lindsay Sathre Avatar Lindsay Sathre
    July 28, 2024

    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

    Nice and friendly staff. Good interest rates. I would recommend to any one looking for a trust worthy lending company

    Nathalie Day Avatar Nathalie Day
    February 7, 2025

    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