Mortgage tips
The End of Limited Condo Reviews: 2026 Mortgage Update
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are eliminating Limited Condo Reviews starting August 3, 2026.
@alexanderson
Senior Mortgage Advisor NMLS #2028570
Waterstone Mortgage Corporation
Mortgage Loan Officer
Alex Anderson is a mortgage loan officer and Sales Manager at Waterstone Mortgage in Austin, Texas, specializing in creative lending solutions for borrowers whose situations don't fit neatly into a standard box — self-employed professionals, veterans, builders, and buyers navigating complex financial pictures. With deep expertise across conventional, VA, Non-QM, construction, renovation, and buydown products, Alex works closely with realtors, financial planners, and CPAs to bring strategic value beyond just the rate quote. He's known for showing up as a knowledgeable partner rather than a salesperson — someone who understands the deal, speaks the language of his referral partners, and helps clients move forward when other lenders have said no. Alex has a passion for solving complex scenarios, and both his referral partners and past clients know he’s the one who gets the job done — and does it well. He takes the time necessary to guide clients toward the best solutions for their individual goals. If a scenario isn’t possible yet, Alex works closely with his clients to customize a strategic game plan that prepares them for property financing down the road. With a background in financial mathematics and statistics, Alex took a multi-year detour in wine sales across North America before finding his home in the mortgage industry in 2020. Since entering mortgage origination, he has helped several hundred families and investors achieve their financial goals and property dreams nationwide. Whether working with investors seeking DSCR programs tailored to their needs or first-time homebuyers looking to understand how property financing works and which options are available, Alex welcomes the opportunity to have a conversation about each unique scenario.
Mortgage tips
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are eliminating Limited Condo Reviews starting August 3, 2026.
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