The FUN Funder | Josh Catigano | Stop Guessing. Start Planning.
First-Time Home Buyer Specialist · CMG Home Loans

Stop Guessing.Start Planning.

You’re closer than you think.

Most people don’t need more mortgage information.
They need clarity.

Get your Homeownership Readiness Score™ and discover
your next best step in 60 seconds.

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★★★★★ 5.0 Rating · 49 Google Reviews
Helping buyers since 2005
Licensed in SC · NC · GA · FL · OH
Licensed in South Carolina North Carolina Georgia Florida Ohio
Josh Catigano — the FUN funder
Josh with the CMG Home Loans team
Josh and his Family
Josh and his family
Shared Expectations!
Meet Josh

Not a banker.
A guide.

After helping homebuyers for more than 20 years, I’ve learned one thing above everything else:

Most people are far closer to buying a home than they realize.

The problem isn’t that they can’t qualify. The problem is that nobody ever sat down with them and showed them exactly where they stand — and what their real path forward looks like.

That’s what I do. I’m not here to sell you a mortgage product. I’m here to give you clarity, confidence, and a plan — whether you’re ready to buy in 30 days or need 90 days to prepare.

No pressure. No confusion. Just your map.

2005
Helping buyers since
5
States Licensed
580
Min. Credit Score
$0
Credit Pull to Start
Josh Catigano NMLS #1817426 · CMG Home Loans NMLS #1820 · 1387 Harbor View Rd, Charleston, SC 29412 · Equal Housing Lender
This Is For You If...

Sound Familiar?

If any of these sound like you, you’re in exactly the right place.

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You’re renting and wondering if buying is actually possible for you right now.
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You’ve been told “not yet” — by a lender, a calculator, or yourself.
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You’re worried your credit score isn’t where it needs to be.
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You’re not sure how much money you actually need to buy a home.
You keep waiting for the “right time” — but that time never quite arrives.
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You’re tired of guessing and just want someone to show you exactly where you stand.

Your score takes 60 seconds and costs nothing.

Take My Readiness Score™ →
The Shift

What Buyers Think.
What They Discover.

Most buyers talk themselves out of homeownership before they ever talk to someone who can actually evaluate their situation.

❌ What Most Buyers Think
My credit isn’t good enough to qualify.
I need 20% down before I can even start.
I should wait another year and save more.
I need to pay off all my debt first.
This process is going to be overwhelming.
After a Review
✓ What They Discover
They qualify sooner than expected — often right now.
Down payment assistance programs exist and they may qualify.
Multiple loan options are available for their situation.
They have a clear, documented action plan to follow.
The process is simple when someone walks them through it.
The FUN Funder Method™

Four Steps. One Clear Path.

A simple system built around one goal — getting you to the closing table with clarity and confidence.

1
Readiness Score™ Free · 60 Seconds

Find out exactly where you stand. Five questions. Instant personalized score. No credit pull, no paperwork, no obligation.

2
Starter Pack™ Free · Delivered instantly

Learn what most buyers never get told — down payment assistance in your state, loan options explained simply, and the real path forward.

3
Your Personalized Mortgage Map™ Review Free · 20 Minutes

A custom document showing your loan options, estimated payment, DPA programs you qualify for, and your exact path to closing.

🏠 Buy With Confidence

Pre-qualified. Prepared. Ready to make your move.

Your Personalized Mortgage Map™

Nobody Else Has One.

Every buyer walks away with a personalized, documented roadmap built specifically for their situation. Not a rate sheet. Not a brochure. A map.

Your Personalized Mortgage Map™Your custom roadmap to homeownership
Prepared for
Jessica Smith
Recommended Path
FHA Loan
3.5% down · works with 647 score
Est. Monthly Payment
$1,840
w/ taxes & insurance
Down Payment Needed
$9,975
3.5% of $285k target
Cash to Close w/ DPA
$775
after assistance applied
💰 DPA Programs Available
up to $15,500
What You’ll Walk Away With
Your recommended loan strategy
Estimated monthly payment for your budget
Down payment assistance programs you qualify for
Cash-to-close estimate — the real number
A personalized action plan — yours to keep
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Built for Your Situation

Your credit, income, savings, and state — all reflected in one document made specifically for you.

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DPA Programs You Actually Qualify For

Down payment assistance exists in nearly every state. Most buyers never claim it. Your map shows exactly what applies to you.

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A Documented Roadmap — Yours to Keep

Your loan type. Your numbers. Your timeline. Your next step. Clear and documented.

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No Credit Pull. No Obligation.

Free. No SSN required to start. No commitment. Just clarity so you can make the best decision for your family.

“You now have more information about buying a home than most buyers who have already signed contracts.”

What every client hears after their Mortgage Map™ Review.

The Review

What Happens During a
Mortgage Map™ Review?

Simple. Straightforward. No surprises.

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We look at where you stand.

Credit range, income, savings, timeline. No judgment. No credit pull. Just an honest look at your starting point.

02
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We identify your best path.

Which loan fits your situation. Which DPA programs apply. What your real numbers look like.

03
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We build your Mortgage Map™.

A personalized, documented roadmap — your loan type, payment estimate, DPA opportunities, and action plan.

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You leave knowing exactly what to do next.

No confusion. No guessing. A clear, specific next step — whether you’re buying in 30 days or preparing for 90.

⏳ 20 minutes
🛡 No credit pull
✋ No pressure
📄 No obligation
🎁 Free
Real Buyers. Real Stories.

They Thought They
Weren’t Ready Either.

5.0
★★★★★
49 Google Reviews · Perfect Score
Trusted by homebuyers
across SC, NC, GA, FL & OH
★★★★★

“My husband and I were unsure if we were in a position to buy a home. We hit hard times and were working to dig ourselves out of a hole. Then we met Josh and everything changed. He helped us find a loan that worked for us and even helped with down payment options. When we thought we weren’t able to purchase, he worked diligently for weeks to make it work. We purchased a home we originally thought we couldn’t afford. I really couldn’t recommend Josh enough. 100/10.”

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Danielle P.
Google Review · Verified buyer
★★★★★

“Josh exceeded my expectations and was super responsive the whole time. He was proactive in telling me about programs that would benefit me in locking in the best rate I could possibly get. Super patient with my questions and all document requests. I was nervous about handling the whole process over email, but in the end it was smoother than the last time I talked to someone face to face. Super happy with the end result. A++, will use again.”

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Trevor W.
Google Review · Verified buyer
★★★★★

“Working with Josh on our mortgage was a dream! He is extremely responsive and an amazing person to have in our corner for our first home-buying process. He seamlessly guided us through several stressful situations with the ease and confidence of someone that truly knows what they are doing. Seriously — if you are buying a home, congratulations, you’ve found the best mortgage guy!”

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Tracey W.
Google Review · Local Guide · Verified buyer

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Everything most buyers never get told — loan types, DPA programs in your state, and the real path from renter to homeowner. Free. No credit pull.
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What’s Possible?

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