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Press & Expert Source

An on-the-record source for Florida mortgage coverage.

Joseph "Joe" Pistone, NMLS #2087918, is available to journalists, researchers, and content creators covering Florida housing, mortgage rates, and lending policy.

Topics of expertise

  • Florida mortgage rate trends and what's driving them locally vs. nationally
  • FHA, VA, DSCR, and conventional loan programs — eligibility, mechanics, and how buyers choose between them
  • First-time homebuyer strategy in Florida's market
  • Real estate investor financing (DSCR, non-QM structures)
  • Veteran and active-duty homebuying benefits (VA loans)
  • Realtor-lender partnership dynamics and buyer pre-qualification

Credentials

Name: Joseph "Joe" Pistone
Role: Originating Branch Manager
Individual NMLS: 2087918
Company: CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
Company NMLS: 3029
Licensed in: Florida and additional states — see About for the full network.

Response time

Most media inquiries are returned within one business day. For time-sensitive rate-move or market-reaction questions, same-day response is often possible — call directly rather than email.

Media Contact

Request an interview or quote

Email a brief description of your story and deadline, or call directly.

Email joseph@pistoneloans.com Call (941) 260-1894
Call (941) 260-1894 Media Contact