Hartley Havard REALTOR® Jackson MS | Havard Real Estate Group | Buy a Home in Central Mississippi
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Your Complete
Greater Jackson Home Buying Team

Hartley finds the home. James closes the loan. A Multi-Million Dollar Producer and a loan officer who's closed across Mississippi — working together so you get to the closing table.

✓ Soft pull only — won't impact your credit score

Hartley Havard REALTOR Havard Real Estate Group Pearl Mississippi
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James Hair Loan Originator Mississippi NMLS 1680348
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Call James First
Free consultation. Soft pull only. Know exactly what you qualify for before you look at a single home.
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Get Pre-Approved
James locks in your program and pre-approval letter. Now Hartley knows exactly what to show you.
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Find Your Home
Hartley's 7+ years and Multi-Million Dollar track record means she knows which homes are worth your time — and which aren't.
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Close & Get Keys
James and Hartley have two active contracts together right now. They know how to work a file to closing.
7+
Years Experience
$M+
Multi-Million Dollar Producer
6
Counties Covered
28
Day Avg Close
Hartley's Buyers — Start Here

Hartley Sent You Here
For a Reason.

Find Out What You Qualify For — Free

Hartley works with buyers who are serious about getting to the closing table. The first step is always the same — a free call with James to find out exactly where you stand. Soft pull only. No credit impact. Takes 15 minutes.

Apply Now — Free & Soft Pull Only

Or call James directly — 📞 (448) 777-2126

Payment Estimator

What's My Monthly Payment?

Plug in a home price and see an estimated monthly payment. Try $0 down — many Central Mississippi properties qualify for USDA financing.

Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,381
Principal & Interest · FHA · 3.5% down
Estimate only. Actual payment depends on credit, program, taxes, insurance, and HOA. Call James for exact numbers.
Why Pre-Approval Comes First

Hartley Always Tells Her Buyers
Call Your Lender First.

Seven years and millions in closed transactions taught Hartley one thing — buyers who call their lender first close. Buyers who don't, lose deals, get disappointed, or find out too late they needed a different program.

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Stronger Offers

A pre-approval letter shows sellers you're serious and financially ready. In the Jackson market, Hartley's relationships plus your pre-approval is a powerful combination.

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Shop With Confidence

Knowing your exact budget means Hartley shows you homes you can actually close on. Her education background means she walks you through every step — no surprises.

28-Day Average Close

James averages 28 days from contract to close. Hartley and James have active contracts together right now. They know how to keep files moving.

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Find Hidden Programs

VA $0 down. USDA $0 down. FHA 3.5%. Many Greater Jackson and Central Mississippi buyers qualify for more than they realize. One call finds out.

Buyer FAQ

Questions Hartley's
Buyers Ask Every Day

How much do I need for a down payment?
It depends on your program. VA loans require $0 down. USDA requires $0 down for eligible properties — many Greater Jackson area communities qualify. FHA requires 3.5% with 580+ credit. Conventional starts at 3%. The first call with James tells you exactly which program fits your situation.
What credit score do I need to buy a home?
FHA: 580 for 3.5% down, 500-579 for 10% down. VA: no minimum set by the VA. USDA: typically 640+ for automated approval, but manual underwrites are available. Conventional: typically 620+. If your credit needs work, James partners with a credit restoration specialist. Don't assume you can't qualify — call first.
Will applying hurt my credit score?
No. James uses a soft pull only for the initial consultation. It will not impact your credit score in any way. You can find out exactly where you stand with zero risk to your credit.
How long does the mortgage process take?
James averages 28 days from contract to close. Hartley and James have active contracts together right now — they know how to keep a file moving and what it takes to hit a closing date.
What areas does Hartley cover?
Hartley covers the Greater Jackson Metro and Central Mississippi — Rankin County (Pearl, Brandon, Flowood, Richland), Madison County (Madison, Ridgeland, Canton, Flora), Hinds County (Jackson, Byram, Clinton, Raymond), and surrounding counties including Scott, Simpson, and Smith.
Can I buy if I'm self-employed or on commission?
Yes. James specializes in complex income files — commission earners, 1099, self-employed, and business owners. He closed his own home on commission income with a 51% DTI. These files take more work but they close.
What if I was told I don't qualify?
Call anyway. James reviews the full file — not just the score. If there's a path to approval he'll find it. If you're not ready today, he'll tell you exactly what it takes and how long to get there. Hartley has seen James turn "no" into "closed" more than once.
What makes Hartley different from other agents?
Hartley has a Bachelor's in Education from Mississippi State — she teaches the process, not just shows homes. She's a Multi-Million Dollar Producer with 7+ years in the Greater Jackson market and covers 6 counties across Central Mississippi. She uses skillful negotiation to get win-win deals for every client. And she already knows James closes.
Your Team

Two Professionals.
One Goal — Your Mississippi Keys.

Hartley and James have closed transactions together in Mississippi. They have two active contracts right now. When you work with this team — you're in experienced hands.

Hartley Havard REALTOR Broker Associate Havard Real Estate Group Pearl Mississippi
Your REALTOR® · Broker Associate
Hartley Havard
Havard Real Estate Group · Pearl, Mississippi

Multi-Million Dollar Producer with 7+ years in the Greater Jackson market. Hartley holds a Bachelor's in Education from Mississippi State — and she brings that same commitment to teaching to every buyer she works with. She covers 6 counties across Central Mississippi and uses skillful negotiation to get win-win deals for every client. She's left James a 5-star review — and they have two active contracts together right now.

James Hair Senior Loan Originator Mississippi NMLS 1680348
Your Loan Originator
James Hair
Senior Loan Originator · First Option Mortgage · NMLS #1680348 · Licensed in MS

James built his early career in Mississippi and has been closing loans here for years. He specializes in VA, FHA, USDA, 203K, manual underwrites, and complex income files. Featured on Louisiana First News as a trusted mortgage expert. 28-day average close. Licensed in Mississippi and 8 other states.

Ready to Buy in Greater Jackson?

Call James first. Get pre-approved. Then let Hartley find your home. Both calls are free.

Apply Now — Free
Greater Jackson & Central Mississippi Service Area

Serving Greater Jackson Metro & Surrounding Counties

Hartley Havard and James Hair serve buyers throughout Rankin, Madison, Hinds, Scott, Simpson, and Smith County — including Pearl, Brandon, Flowood, Richland, Madison, Ridgeland, Canton, Jackson, Byram, Clinton, Florence, and surrounding communities.

Rankin County
Pearl
Rankin County
Brandon · Flowood
Rankin County
Richland · Florence
Madison County
Madison · Ridgeland
Madison County
Canton · Flora
Hinds County
Jackson · Clinton
Hinds County
Byram · Raymond
Simpson · Smith
Mendenhall · Forest
James Hair
James Hair
Senior Loan Originator · First Option Mortgage · NMLS #1680348
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