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Rivaldi Cajuste helps first-time homebuyers across Florida get pre-qualified, unlock down payment assistance, and close with confidence — with clear answers at every step.
Everything you need to get the keys.
From your first question to closing day — and tax season after — one person who explains every step in plain language.
First-Time Homebuyer Loans
Your first home, made simple. Explore programsDown Payment Assistance
Less cash to close. See how it worksMortgage Applications
Guided from start to finish. Start yoursRealtor Partnerships
Fast closings, happy clients. Partner with RivaldiTax Preparation
Your taxes, done right. Visit the tax site
Clarity for every first-time buyer.
Rivaldi specializes in educating and empowering homebuyers through the mortgage process — especially first-time buyers.
He simplifies complex terms and offers personalized financing options tailored to each client's situation. His approach centers on transparency, communication, and putting your financial well-being first — so you understand every choice and feel confident from pre-approval to closing day.
Rivaldi also prepares taxes, so he knows W-2s, 1099s, and tax returns inside and out — the same paperwork lenders look at when you apply.
Illustration only. Amounts, income limits, and repayment terms vary by program, and funding isn't always open.
The down payment shouldn't be the reason you wait.
Most first-time buyers don't know how much help is out there. Rivaldi checks the state, county, and city programs you may qualify for before you ever start shopping.
State programs
Florida Housing Finance Corporation offers first-time buyer and down payment programs when funding is open.
County & city help
Many Florida counties and cities run their own assistance — often stackable with a first mortgage.
Low-down-payment loans
FHA, conventional, VA, and USDA options can keep what you bring to closing low.
From blueprint to keys.
Five clear steps. Scroll and watch your home take shape — Rivaldi keeps you and your agent updated the whole way.
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Book your free call
A quick conversation about your goals, your budget, and which buyer programs you may qualify for. No pressure, and no credit pull just to talk.
Free 15-minute call -
Get ready
Get pre-approved
Share a few documents and Rivaldi reviews your income, credit, and savings — with pre-approvals often ready within hours, so you can shop with confidence.
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Unlock down payment help
Rivaldi matches you with the state, county, and city assistance you may qualify for, and shows you exactly what you'd bring to closing.
Assistance matched to you -
Make it yours
Shop, offer & underwriting
Make a strong offer with your agent. Rivaldi handles the appraisal, underwriting, and conditions — and keeps everyone updated, so you're never in the dark.
Constant communication -
Welcome home
Clear to close
Sign, fund, and get your keys. Rivaldi stays with you through closing day — and is one call away long after.
Keys in hand
A loan that fits your life.
Low down payments, flexible credit guidelines, and assistance that can stack on top. Rivaldi walks you through every option.
Know what to bring.
Tap what fits your life. Your pre-approval checklist builds itself, then tick off each document as you gather it.
Every file is different — Rivaldi confirms the exact list for yours.
See your monthly payment.
Slide the numbers to see principal, interest, taxes, insurance, and PMI — then let Rivaldi confirm the real ones.
Taxes, insurance & HOA
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- Property tax$0
- Home insurance$0
- Est. PMI$0
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Estimates only. PMI is estimated at 0.5% of the loan amount per year when the down payment is under 20%. Actual taxes, insurance, and rates vary — Rivaldi will confirm your exact numbers. Down payment assistance can lower what you bring to closing.
Get the Realtor Success Toolkit.
Rivaldi's free guide for agents who want faster closings and happier buyers. Drop your details and the download unlocks right away.
- Homebuying process map
- Loan options cheat sheet
- Florida DPA programs
- Contract-to-close timeline
It's yours — enjoy the toolkit.
Your Realtor Success Toolkit is ready to download. Rivaldi will reach out soon to see how he can help your buyers close.
What clients say about Rivaldi.
Real reviews from real Florida homebuyers, straight from Google.
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Taxes done right — from someone who knows your goals.
Rivaldi also offers tax preparation. Get your return handled by someone who understands how your taxes shape your next home loan.
Let's find the program that gets you home.
Call, email, or answer the first question. Rivaldi gets back to you fast with real numbers and a clear next step — no pressure, no jargon.
What are you looking to do?
Pick one — Rivaldi will tailor your call to your goal.
A few quick questions, then pick a time on Rivaldi's calendar.
Serving all of Florida.
125 B King Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084