Nashville · Groves Capital

Mortgages,
handled with
quiet precision.

I'm Kristin Howard - Branch Manager and Senior Mortgage Loan Officer with 10+ years in mortgage lending and 22 years combined in Banking and Real Estate, guiding buyers, sellers, and investors through seamless, stress-free home financing.

— Pre-Approval Request

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— Services

Every loan, tailored.
Every detail, accounted for.

From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, the strategy is the same: a clear plan, proactive communication, and a close date you can build a move around.

Home Purchase Loans

Conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA financing structured around your goals — not the other way around.

Refinancing

Lower your rate, shorten your term, or unlock equity with a refinance strategy built for today's market.

Jumbo & Luxury Loans

High-balance and jumbo financing for premier properties across Tennessee, with white-glove service throughout.

Investment Properties

Grow your portfolio with DSCR, multi-unit, and second home financing from a true mortgage strategist.

First-Time Buyers

Step-by-step guidance, honest answers, and programs that turn first-time buying into a confident yes.

Fast Pre-Approvals

A fully underwritten pre-approval that gives your offer the weight of cash in competitive markets.

Kristin Howard, Senior Mortgage Loan Officer
— About Kristin

Over a decade in mortgage and 22 years across Banking and Real Estate — turning complex deals into smooth closings.

Based in Nashville, Tennessee, I serve as Branch Manager and Senior Mortgage Loan Officer at Groves Capital. Over more than a decade in mortgage finance, I've built my practice on three things: relentless attention to detail, transparent communication, and the kind of problem-solving that gets deals to the table - and across it.

Whether you're buying your first home, refinancing to a better position, or expanding an investment portfolio, you'll work directly with me from application to closing. No handoffs, no surprises - just a calm, capable guide through one of the most important financial decisions you'll ever make.

Personalized loan strategy
Direct access — no call centers
Competitive rates & programs
On-time closings
— Loan Products

A full shelf of financing options.

Conventional
FHA
VA Loans
Down Payment Assistance
DSCR
Non-QM
Commercial Loans
Equipment Loans
Refinancing
Hard Money
HELOCs
Fix & Flip
SBA
Construction Loans
Bridge Loans
Land & Agriculture
— Honors & Awards

Recognized for results.

Top 5 Loan Officers
Groves Capital, Inc.
2024
President's Club — San Diego
Veterans First Mortgage
2018 · 2019
#1 Refinance MLO — San Diego
Veterans First Mortgage
2017
— Client Stories

The work, in their words.

"I had the honor of working with Kristin Howard, I have to say she is the best. Even though my process was complicated with multiple obstacles, Kristin never gave up on me and instead was very smart with a lot of knowledge and experience which helped resolve and overcome every obstacle with a great attitude. I'm giving her 5 stars because I couldn't find the 1000 stars button. Thank you so much Kristin!!"
Omar Arellano
Google Review · May 16, 2025
— Let's Talk

Ready when you are.

A short conversation is all it takes to map out your options. No pressure, no jargon - just a clear path to the home.

615-208-5045
kristin@grovescapital.com
Nashville, Tennessee
Kristin Howard | VA Loan & DSCR/NON QM Specialist
Groves Capital, Inc. | NMLS 1678775
Branch Manager / Senior Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS 1476250
Cell: (619) 565-5654 | Fax: (619) 996-7015
Email: Kristin@grovescapital.com
www.grovescapital.com
Office: 4883 Ronson Court, Suite A/B, San Diego, CA 92111
Licensed in TN and other states where authorized
Equal Housing Opportunity Lender
NMLS Consumer Access
Corporate Office: 4883 Ronson Court Suite A/B, San Diego Ca 92111
Equal Housing Opportunity

Experience

Branch Manager / Senior Mortgage Loan Officer
Groves Capital, Inc.
Mar 2020 – Present
Nashville, Tennessee
President's Club — Mortgage Loan Officer
Veterans First Mortgage
Mar 2016 – Mar 2020
San Diego, California
Beware: cybercrime is on the rise! Groves Capital, Inc., or the Escrow Company, will never email or text wire instructions. Therefore, if you receive wire instructions via email or text purporting to be from Groves Capital, Inc., your real estate agent or escrow officer claiming that they are from one of the companies involved, they are not valid. Call your Escrow Officer or Loan Agent immediately if you receive wire instructions via email or text! Additionally, any third-party wiring instructions contained in documentation provided by others sent via email "from" the Escrow company have not been verified. Please call the account holder and confirm before sending funds. Groves Capital, Inc., will not be held responsible nor liable for funds wired to the incorrect account.
Individually Licensed in
TN
We are licensed in
AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, IA, ID, IL, IN, MD, MI, NJ, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WY
States Licensed / Allowed to do DSCR Loans
AL, AR, CA, CT, CO, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MO, MI, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY