DAK Mortgage – Florida and California Mortgage Broker

Alternative Mortgage Solutions for Complex Transactions

Providing Alternative Mortgage Solutions Across Florida & California When Traditional Bank Guidelines Do Not Fit.

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Not every borrower fits inside a bank's box

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Whether you are buying, refinancing, investing, or buying before selling, we review your full financial picture to identify the right lending path.

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What Is Your Situation?

Bank declined your loan? Buying before selling? Self-employed? High DTI? Foreign national? Non-warrantable condo? We review the scenario first.

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Meet The Team

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David A. Krebs

David is a licensed Florida and California Mortgage Loan Originator who can navigate you through the process of finding the right loan for your needs. Pulling from his past experience as an underwriter, David knows what it takes to get you approved for a loan.

Having worked at banks and other financial institutions in the mortgage industry since 2004, David provides a holistic “behind-the-curtain” view of what lenders really look for when deciding whether to loan money.

“I’m not just a mortgage broker. I’m a problem solver. Whatever your scenario, I have a creative loan program to fit your exact needs.”

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Karen Poy, Esq.

Karen has been a licensed Florida attorney since 2006. For 13 years, she worked at K&L Gates, where she was a Commercial Litigation partner. In 2019, she joined David to form DAK Mortgage and she oversees the details of all of their clients’ loan requests from start to finish.

Combining her litigation experience with her real estate expertise, Karen is a trusted advisor for all legal aspects of any property transaction, from simple to complex.

“I understand the importance of timely and accurate communication with clients, and I always put their interests first.”

Here to Help

When Standard Guidelines Do Not Fit

DAK Mortgage helps borrowers navigate income challenges, jumbo and super jumbo loan amounts, property-specific issues, and non-traditional financing needs.

Whether you need to purchase, refinance, or unlock equity, we help match your scenario to the right lending solution.

Success Stories

Real borrowers. Real lending challenges. These are deals we closed.

Loan Amount: $6,146,900.00

Loan Type: Super Jumbo

Our client wanted to purchase a new construction condominium in Longboat Key, FL at a St. Regis property for $8.2M. We obtained 75% LTV, which most banks can’t offer for super jumbo loans of this size.

Loan Amount: $5,800,000.00

Loan Type: Super Jumbo

Securing super jumbo financing with both a high loan amount and high loan-to-value can be challenging. For our client’s purchase of a new home in Malibu, CA, we structured an approval for nearly $6 million at 80% LTV despite wildfire exposure considerations.

Loan Amount: $4,960,000.00

Loan Type: Super Jumbo

Our client, a self-employed surgeon, was under contract to buy a $6.2M home in Laguna Beach, CA. His bank capped his loan amount at $3M. Our lender provided him with nearly $2M more at 80% LTV.

Loan Amount: $4,290,000.00

Loan Type: Super Jumbo

Our client, a CEO of a family-owned company, was under contract to purchase a $6.6M home in West Palm Beach, FL. His tax returns didn’t show sufficient income, so we used 12 months of his business bank statements instead.

Loan Amount: $3,737,500.00

Loan Type: Super Jumbo

Despite a low credit score, our client was approved on an exception basis for a super jumbo purchase in Miami, FL after a detailed review of strong bank statement cash flow and additional compensating strengths. The file was cleared to close in less than three weeks.

Loan Amount: $2,100,000.00

Loan Type: Foreign National

Our client, a foreign national from Venezuela, needed to refinance their investment property in the Jade Signature in Sunny Isles Beach, FL. Traditional lenders don’t lend to borrowers from countries perceived as risky. Our lender had the risk appetite to close the loan.

Our Google Business Reviews

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My Husband and I recently worked with DAK mortgage and had a phenomenal experience. Everyone was very knowledgeable and had great communication. Karen Poy was especially great, she has an excellent understanding of the business, was quick to respond, very informative and clear in her emails, as well as generally very kind. We were very impressed and lucky to have gone with them. I highly recommend!
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Brittany Faw
July 30, 2026
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Where should I start with our experience with DAK... I failed to ask David if it stood for his initials or if it stood for David and Karen cause in our experience they are both equally important and responsible for the success in our story. Two weeks prior to the closing date of our home I realized we would not be able to buy our home if something drastic didn't happen and quick. So, I asked our faithful friend chatgpt "I need the top broker to get me to the finish line and deliver!" AI said your best bet is calling DAK at x number and tell them exactly this and AI wrote me a long paragraph of what I needed. David answered the phone, I told him exactly what was happening and how I got his number... He laughed... Responded I can help and then it was down to business. His knowledge and resources was exactly what we needed and he knew exactly the documents and numbers to get us approved quick then like a great sprint he passed our file to Karen who delivered like the greatest closer Mariano Rivera. Karen's advice and step by step process gave us confidence we were in great hands. And like an ending in a great Disney movie... in 5 days we were ready for closing!! You can't beat that delivery and numbers don't lie... Soooo if you are looking for a Disney ending and/or the 'greatest' closer of all time like Mariano then sign up with DAK and leave stress behind.
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Jose Carlos Nolasco
June 13, 2026
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Working with DAK Mortgage Broker Miami, especially Karen Poy and David Krebs, is always a great experience for us at Worldwide Title. We truly value working alongside professionals who are as committed to getting deals done smoothly as they are. Karen and David bring a high level of precision, professionalism, and care to every transaction. They stay on top of everything, make sure all items are received on time, and are always proactively following up to keep the process moving forward. No matter what’s needed, they’re quick to step in and help. Their attention to detail and dedication make the entire experience feel seamless and stress-free for everyone involved. If you’re looking for a mortgage broker who is reliable, responsive, and truly supports you every step of the way, We highly recommend Karen, David, and the DAK Mortgage team. Best, Worldwide Title and Team An Award Winning Escrow and Title Company in Florida
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Worldwide Title Marcie Gregorio
April 2, 2026
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David and Karen were excellent in helping me with the Foreign home owners mortgage. I have worked with them twice now and would recommend to anyone.
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Michael Fitzgerald
March 17, 2026
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I purchased a condominium in NYC while living abroad and Karen and David from DAK Mortgage has been amazing throughout the mortgage process. I worked very closely with Karen and she was extremely thorough, patient, professional and guided me throughout the entire process from beginning to end. I would highly recommend their services for anyone looking to take out a mortgage.
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Julie P
January 17, 2026
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I had the pleasure of working with David and Karen on a residential jumbo mortgage in Miami. They were exceptional from start to finish, and helped me secure financing that other brokers couldn't manage, with favorable terms and a great locked-in rate. They were relentlessly diligent and responsive at every stage, from pre-approval through underwriting, final approval, and a smooth, drama-free closing. They even went above and beyond by helping me secure homeowners insurance. Professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in getting the deal done right. I couldn’t recommend them more highly.
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Paul Miletic
January 7, 2026
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David and Karen are in league of their own. As foreign clients with a complex profile, we expected a complicated process - but they handled everything with precision, speed, and calm expertise. They truly specialize in mortgages for foreign nationals and unique clients, and it shows. They were incredibly responsive, proactive, and supportive from start to finish. What really stood out was their ability to turn what could have been a very stressful journey into something smooth, reassuring, and even uplifting. Our agents kept asking: “Who are these guys?” And “How did you find them?”. Their performance speaks for itself. With them anything is possible and I highly recommend them.
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Christopher Twyman
November 24, 2025
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“It was an incredible experience buying my 5.75M home thanks to David and Karen at DAK Mortgage. They worked tirelessly around the clock to make the entire process smooth, guiding me through every step and ensuring all the paperwork was handled quickly. They even connected me with a CPA to make sure everything was set up properly. If you’re a business owner or self-employed, they are the perfect lender to work with. Truly a dedicated and professional team!”
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Alex Ojeda
August 16, 2025
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Was nervous about getting a home loan but these guys helped a lot. They explained all the numbers so I could understand what I was signing. Found me a lower rate than what my bank offered too. Process moved pretty fast and they handled most of the paper work for me. At one point I got confused on the closing costs but they broke it down again. Everyone I talked to was friendly and seemed to know their stuff. Just make sure to get all your documents in early, it helps. I’d use them again no question.
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Dylan Davis
June 30, 2025
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My husband and I had a phenomenal experience with David. From the point of initial contact he was prompt, responsive, and helped us secure a home loan with a turn around time of 4 weeks between applying and closing on our home! We had specific needs for a physician loan, but David was able and willing to find us the appropriate lender in a quick and efficient manner. We are so grateful to have found him and will be recommending him to all of our friends and colleagues. Thank you!
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Specialty Mortgage FAQ

DAK Mortgage helps self-employed borrowers, foreign nationals, investors, physicians, jumbo borrowers, and buyers of non-warrantable condos, often after a bank decline.

Non-QM loans may help when tax returns, write-offs, or income structure do not reflect a borrower’s ability to qualify under traditional guidelines.

Many lenders have narrow credit, income, or property rules. We review the full scenario, then match the file to a better-fit lending path.

Yes. We review DTI, reserves, property type, income structure, condo issues, and lender appetite to determine whether another loan path may fit.

In some cases, yes. We review your current mortgage, reserves, income, liabilities, and property plan to determine available options.

Yes. DAK Mortgage is licensed for eligible borrowers in Florida and California, including jumbo, Non-QM, foreign national, and investor scenarios.  Consult our map to see where we can lend.

Possibly. We evaluate bank statements, assets, reserves, CPA support, and Non-QM options for self-employed borrowers.

Super-jumbo loans often require stronger reserves, lower LTVs, deeper property review, and more careful lender matching.

Super-jumbo loans typically involve loan amounts above $2.5 million and are used to finance high-value primary residences, second homes, and investment properties. They often require 12 to 24 months of reserves, lender-by-lender appetite review, and in some cases two independent appraisals. When banks cap loan amounts or decline based on property type, a specialty lender match may provide a path forward.

Qualification may involve tax returns, bank statements, P&Ls, asset depletion, CPA letters, or other Non-QM documentation options.

Yes, selected non-warrantable condo projects may be financeable, including projects with litigation, low reserves, or association issues.

Yes. Eligible foreign nationals, permanent residents, and visa holders may qualify through lender programs designed for international borrowers.

In some cases, yes. Bridge, DSCR, asset-based, or private lending options may be available depending on the property and exit strategy.

Physician mortgage programs may be available for eligible MD, DO, OMS, DPM, resident, and fellow borrowers, often with reduced down payment requirements and without private mortgage insurance. When standard physician programs do not fit due to income transitions, student debt, credit blemishes, or condo litigation, bridge, Non-QM, or jumbo alternatives may apply.

Possibly. No-ratio, asset-depletion, bank-statement, DSCR, or other Non-QM options may help when standard DTI calculations do not fit.

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