A thoughtful review
Your goals, timeline and financial circumstances deserve more than a quick assumption.
Meet Ali Howell
I’m a Florida Mortgage Loan Originator with First Coast Mortgage Funding LLC who believes the best financing conversations begin with listening, education and an honest look at the full picture.

My approach
I help buyers and homeowners work through the questions that come with financing a home. Some borrowers may consider a conventional, FHA or VA loan. Others may need a different review because they are self-employed, investing, using home equity or rebuilding their mortgage readiness.
As a Mortgage Loan Originator with First Coast Mortgage Funding LLC, I review available options for eligible borrowers. Program availability, terms and qualification vary by borrower, property, lender and program.
I lead with clear explanations and realistic expectations—so you understand why an option may or may not fit before making a financing decision.
Get My Mortgage PlanWhat you can expect
Your goals, timeline and financial circumstances deserve more than a quick assumption.
General mortgage education followed by borrower-specific review when appropriate.
Practical guidance that does not promise approval, rates, terms or closing timing.
Client & partner perspectives
These comments reflect individual reviewers’ experiences. They are not promises of approval, loan terms, savings, timing or future results.
“Ali has been absolutely amazing through the entire home buying process!! She’s knowledgeable, responsive and is a go getter. So thankful for our realtor connected us. 10/10 recommend her!!”
“Alexandra and her team made it happen! Couldn't ask for a more professional and reliable group to work with during the lending process. She worked magic in our situation and made first time home buying so easy and quick. Words can't describe how much this experience meant to our family.”
“So, I just bought a house and Ali assisted me literally through out the whole process. I would literally recommend her to anybody and everybody. She was so helpful and patient with me through out this long process. She took a could / would be difficult process for me and literally made it so simple and easy. Even after finishing the process, she’s offering to helping me and told me to just give her a call if I ever need any help. I think she was great and would highly recommend”
“Ali is the absolute best when it comes to all things lending. She made our first time buying an absolute breeze and was there to answer all of our questions whenever we needed it. If you are considering your options, look no further, you’ve found the right one here with Ali!”
“Ali always seems to be on the forefront of providing me extremely helpful tips and information that I am able to supply to my Real Estate customers. She is a great help and always receives wonderful reviews from customers that I have sent her way. I cannot speak more highly of a MLO. Thank you for always helping out!!”
“I've had the pleasure of working with Alexandra Howell multiple times, and she is truly exceptional. She is incredibly responsive, always goes above and beyond, and works tirelessly to ensure the best outcomes for her clients. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dedicated and professional loan officer.”