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Physician Mortgages in Texas: A Doctor's Research Guide

Texas rewards physician buyers in ways many doctors don't realize. The state charges no personal income tax, which can leave more of your salary available to qualify and to carry a payment. But Texas also has some of the highest property tax rates in the country, which changes how much home you can comfortably afford. A physician mortgage is built to work with both realities.

Dr. Home Finance is not a lender. We're a research and matching service that connects doctors and medical professionals with banks that have built mortgage programs specifically for physicians. The rates, limits, and terms described below come from those lenders — not from us — and are subject to each lender's approval.

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What makes a physician mortgage different

Physician mortgage programs (often called “doctor loans”) are designed around the financial shape of a medical career — strong future earning power, but frequently student debt and a late start on savings. Compared with a conventional loan, the banks in our network commonly offer:

• Low or no down payment, with some lenders financing up to 100% (varies by lender and degree)

• No private mortgage insurance (PMI), even with less than 20% down

• Student‑loan‑friendly underwriting, often using income‑based payment amounts rather than the full balance

• Qualifying on a signed employment contract, before your first paycheck

Exact figures differ by lender — compare the banks that serve Texas.

What's different about buying in Texas

• No state income tax. More of your gross income is available for a mortgage payment than in high‑tax states — a real advantage for early‑career doctors.

• High property taxes. Texas funds a lot through property taxes, so your monthly payment carries a larger tax‑and‑insurance (escrow) portion. Budget for the total payment, not just principal and interest. A physician mortgage calculator helps you model it.

• Large, competitive metros. Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio each have distinct price points and competition — a pre‑approval from a physician‑savvy lender helps you move quickly.

• Major medical employers. Doctors at MD Anderson, UT Southwestern, the Texas Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White, and academic systems statewide are exactly who these programs are designed for.

• Jumbo territory. In Austin and parts of DFW, physician buyers often need higher loan amounts; many physician programs extend into jumbo financing.

Who qualifies in Texas

Most physician mortgage programs are open to MD, DO, DDS/DMD, and DPM — and some extend to DVM and other advanced medical degrees — at the resident, fellow, and attending stages. Eligibility, down‑payment options, and loan limits vary by lender and by your degree and stage. Learn how physician loans work and which degrees qualify.

How Dr. Home Finance helps Texas doctors

We do two things: give you the research to understand your options, and match you with a banker whose physician program fits your situation — at no cost and with no obligation. You can also contact a banker directly. We never lend and we never steer you to a specific rate; we help you compare and connect. Start your match →

Texas physician mortgage FAQ

Do doctors get better mortgage rates in Texas?
Not automatically. The advantage of a physician mortgage is usually in the terms — no PMI, a low or no down payment, and student‑debt‑friendly underwriting — more than a guaranteed lower rate. Rates vary by lender and by your profile, which is exactly why it pays to compare.

How do physician mortgage loans work?
A bank with a physician program lets eligible doctors finance a home with little or no money down and without PMI, and will often qualify you using a signed employment contract and income‑based student‑loan payments. You're matched with a lender, get pre‑approved, and shop with confidence.

Are physician loans 0% down in Texas?
Some lenders offer up to 100% financing (no money down) for eligible physicians; others ask for a small down payment. It depends on the lender, your degree, and the loan amount — we'll match you with options that fit.

Who qualifies for a physician mortgage in Texas?
Generally MD, DO, DDS/DMD, and DPM physicians — residents, fellows, and attendings — with some lenders including additional degrees. Each lender sets its own eligibility, so the best fit depends on your situation.

Can Texas residents and fellows buy before they start work?
Often, yes. Many programs let you close using a signed employment contract shortly before your start date — the exact window varies by lender. This is common for doctors relocating to Texas for residency or a new position.

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Where doctors buy in Texas

Texas physicians cluster across several large metros served by major academic medical centers and the world's largest medical complex.

• Houston — home to the Texas Medical Center, including MD Anderson, Houston Methodist, and Memorial Hermann

• Dallas-Fort Worth — anchored by UT Southwestern, Baylor Scott & White, and Texas Health Resources

• San Antonio — home to the South Texas Medical Center and Baptist Health System

• Austin — a fast-growing market served by Ascension Seton, St. David's, and Dell Medical School

Home prices vary widely between Texas's major metros and its smaller communities, so a physician mortgage pre-approval helps you shop confidently in whichever market fits your role. Compare lenders that serve Texas →

Keep researching physician mortgages

• Who qualifies — degrees, and residents vs. attendings

• Student loans & how much house you can afford

• Down payment & avoiding PMI

• Physician loan vs. conventional and FHA

• Rates & refinancing

• The home‑buying process, step by step

Reviewed by Jessica Hegge, Partner at Dr. Home Finance · Our editorial process · Last reviewed July 2026. Dr. Home Finance is a research and matching service, not a lender or broker; all loan terms are provided by third‑party lenders and subject to their approval. Equal Housing Opportunity.