Buying a Home in Colorado:

Your Complete Guide

Buying a home is a big decision—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. At Zenith Home Loans, we help Colorado buyers make sense of the mortgage process so you can move forward with confidence. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, looking for your forever home, or looking to build your real estate portfolio, we’ll help you every step of the way.

Why Buy with Zenith?

Local loan experts who understand Colorado’s housing market

A simple, transparent mortgage process

Personalized guidance to help you make smart, confident choices

The Homebuying Process: Step-by-Step

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Start Your Pre-Approval

Know how much home you can afford

Explore Loan Options

Find the right fit for your financial needs

Make an Offer

Work with your agent to submit a winning offer

Underwriting & Appraisal

We handle the details behind the scenes

Clear to Close

  1. Finalize your loan and start packing!

Popular Loan Options

Conventional Loans

Ideal for buyers with varying downpayment and credit options

FHA Loans

Lower downpayment and flexible credit requirements. Great for first time home buyers.

VA Loans

For eligible veterans, active-duty military, and their families

Jumbo Loans

For high-value homes beyond conforming loan limits

Not sure what’s right for you? Our team can walk you through your options.

What You’ll Need to Get Started

The Zenith Certified Homebuyer Guarantee

Buying a home is a big commitment—so we back you with big guarantees.

Earnest Money Guarantee

If we issue your pre-approval and your financial details don’t change for the worse, you’re covered. If your deal falls through due to financing and it’s our fault, we’ll cover up to $10,000 of your earnest money.

Guaranteed Closing Costs

No surprises here. The costs we quote are the costs you’ll see at closing—or less.

On-Time Closing Guarantee

We’re serious about timelines. If your loan closes late and it’s our fault, we’ll pay $1,000 per day to you and the seller for each day we’re delayed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much do I need for a downpayment?

A: It depends on your loan type—some start as low as 0%

Q: Can I get pre-approved before finding a home?

A: Yes—and we highly recommend it. It strengthens your offer, and ensures you’re ready to buy!

Q: What credit score do I need?

A: Varies based on loan program – we have a variety of options to suit your needs

Ready to Buy?

Let’s get you one step closer to home. Start your pre-approval today and we’ll guide you the rest of the way.