Revest Loans

Creative mortgage solutions, bridge loans, and thoughtful lending from Revest Loans.

Jim Black

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We Specialize in the Deals Others Walk Away From.

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Jim Black NMLS #633511 | Chaz Sampson NMLS #1670621 | Patrik Smida NMLS #390618 | Miguel Flores NMLS #450794 | Mesha Dimitruk NMLS #694427 | Jason Walter NMLS #256669

Revest Homes, Inc. is licensed by the California Department of Real Estate (Broker # 02174879) and holds NMLS numbers (633511/2362319) across California, Florida, Oregon, Texas & Wisconsin Loan approvals are conditional and subject to underwriting review and written issuance. Rates are subject to market changes and may not apply to all borrowers. Revest Homes operates as an Equal Opportunity Mortgage Broker/Lender, offering services restricted to CA, FL, OR, TX & WI.

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Rate shown is for the initial 5-year fixed period. After that, it adjusts annually based on market index. Talk to our team about caps and worst-case scenarios.

PMI applies at % down. Estimated $ /mo ( % annually). PMI is removed once you reach 20% equity.

No PMI required at 20% down.

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Estimate only — taxes and insurance vary by property. Contact us for a personalized rate quote.

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Revest Loans specializes in the deals other lenders walk away from. Same-day pre-approvals, 8 loan programs, and a team that stays in your corner from application to keys.

I've been doing this for over 20 years. The deals that matter most are usually the ones that look complicated on paper — and that's exactly where we do our best work.

Founder & Senior Loan Officer, NMLS #250769

Revest Loans was built on a simple belief: every family deserves a lender who fights for them. Founded by Jim Black in Santa Cruz, California, our team brings over two decades of creative financing expertise to every transaction.

We don't just process applications. We solve problems. Whether it's a complex self-employment situation, a construction project, or a first-time buyer who needs down payment assistance, we find a path forward when other lenders say no.

Nine specialists, one shared goal: get your loan closed on time, with no surprises.

From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, we have just about every program you can imagine, and plenty you've never heard of.

Bridge loans are Jim Black's signature specialty — and for good reason. In competitive markets like Santa Cruz, waiting to sell before you buy means losing out on the home you actually want. A bridge loan lets you tap your existing home equity to fund the down payment on your next property, so you can move on your timeline, not the market's.

No contingencies. No rushed sales. No settling. Jim has structured bridge loans for over 23 years and knows how to get them done quickly, cleanly, and with full transparency from day one.

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Ready for a real number? Our team provides same-day pre-approvals with fully underwritten figures — no guesswork, no surprises at closing.

When your clients need financing, the lender you refer them to reflects directly on you. Revest Loans is built around making agents look good — fast closings, clear communication, and creative solutions that keep deals alive when other lenders walk away.

Our in-house mortgage team operates as a true extension of your business. We show up on calls, attend closings, and treat every referral like it came from a family member.

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Already have a mortgage? Sign up once and Jim's team monitors rates daily. The moment refinancing makes financial sense for your loan, we reach out — no spam, just the right call at the right time.

We've built strategic partnerships with top regional real estate teams so your agent and lender are always on the same call.

Sacramento, San Jose, and Lake Tahoe — 1,450+ families helped.

No jargon, no runaround. Here are the questions we hear most often — answered the way we'd explain them to a neighbor.

Still have questions? We're happy to talk through your specific situation.

Whether you're buying your first home, refinancing, or working on a complex deal, our team is ready to give you a straight answer with no pressure and no scripts.

Ready to get started? Our online application takes less than 10 minutes.