Overview
Independent Home Loans is a residential mortgage broker that provides home loan options across purchase, refinance, and reverse mortgages. It works through wholesale lending channels to access lender rates and offers products including Conventional, FHA, USDA, VA, QM and Non-QM. The company emphasizes direct access to underwriters and processors and uses technology to streamline the loan process for faster, easier closings. Unlike retail banks, it aims for lower rates and greater transparency by avoiding hidden fees and backend points, with a pricing model and service designed to be straightforward and fully disclosed. Its goal is to deliver affordable loans with clear terms and responsive service, backed by licenses to operate in multiple states including UT, CA, TX, WA, CO and FL.
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What believers are saying
- The website lists 232 Eric Katz articles, creating cheap ongoing lead generation.
- VA-loan specialization taps a large veteran borrower pool and recurring refinance demand.
- The Federal Savings Bank case ended December 2025, removing one major legacy dispute.
What critics are saying
- BBB shows 127 complaints through November 2026, dominated by mail and servicing backlash.
- Ravi Chand and OReilly litigation in 2026 keep fees, labor, and sales practices exposed.
- A sustained FTC, CFPB, or class-action wave can choke referrals and kill the brand.
What makes Independence Home Loans unique
- Eric Katz built Independence Home Loans in August 2023 from top-producing mortgage teams.
- The company targets veterans with VA-loan marketing, specialized officers, and veteran-branded positioning.
- Its Scottsdale operation publishes dense educational content and loan-option pages, supporting direct-response acquisition.
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