Jean Darius | Founder & Loan Officer

Why Choose Jean

Straight answers. Real communication. No surprises.

These numbers come from files Jean and his team have managed for homeowners over the last 12 months.

0 Homeowners Funded

0 Pre-Approval Turnaround

0 Approval Rate

0 Response-Time Standard

Integrity

Honest advice, even when it means telling you to wait. Your long-term financial health comes first.

Transparency

Every rate, fee, and closing cost explained upfront — no surprises the week of closing.

Education

You'll understand every step of your loan — not just sign where you're told.

Responsiveness

Real answers, same day — not a call center. You'll always know exactly where your file stands.

Jean Darius, Founder of JD Lending Group, at the company's annual awards ceremony

FounderJD Lending Group Inc.

About Jean

A founder who built his company around one job: getting your loan done right.

Jean Darius founded JD Lending Group Inc. to give homeowners across Florida, Georgia, and Rhode Island something the industry doesn't always deliver — a lender who actually picks up the phone. From first conversation to closing day, Jean personally guides every file, translating paperwork and rate-lock decisions into plain English so you always know exactly where you stand.

Free Pre-Qualification

Know your number before you start house hunting.

Stop guessing what you can afford. Jean pre-qualifies you in minutes — real numbers, based on your real credit and income — so you can shop for a home (or a refinance) with total confidence.

No cost to qualify Soft credit check only Real answers, not a form

See If You Qualify

Loan Programs

Financing for every kind of homeowner.

You shouldn't miss out on a home because your situation doesn't fit one box. Jean matches you to the loan program that fits your goals, credit profile, and budget — fast.

Conventional Loans

Competitive rates for buyers with strong credit — as little as 3% down with flexible terms.

FHA Loans

Low down-payment options and flexible credit guidelines — ideal for first-time buyers.

VA Loans

Zero-down financing and no PMI for eligible veterans, service members, and spouses.

Jumbo Loans

Financing above conventional limits for luxury and high-value properties.

Refinancing

Lower your rate, shorten your term, or tap into equity with a refinance built around your goals.

First-Time Buyer Programs

Down-payment assistance and specialized programs designed to get you into your first home sooner.

Areas Served

Licensed to lend across three states.

Florida is Jean's home base, and he also serves homeowners across Georgia and Rhode Island.

Primary Market

Florida

Home base for JD Lending Group — serving homeowners and buyers across the entire state.

Also Serving

Georgia

Licensed to originate home loans for homeowners across Georgia.

Also Serving

Rhode Island

Licensed to originate home loans for homeowners across Rhode Island.

Referral Program

Know someone buying or refinancing?

Send someone Jean's way — when they close, you both get rewarded.

Make the Introduction

Send Jean a quick text or email with your friend or family member's contact info.

We Take It From There

Jean reaches out personally and walks them through their options.

You Get Rewarded

Once they close, you receive a thank-you gift for the referral.

Ready to refer someone?

Send Jean their name, number, and what they're looking for — he'll take it from there with the same care every client gets.

Send A Referral Call Jean

Get In Touch

Let's start your path to homeownership.

Reach out directly or send a message — Jean typically responds within one business day.

Call or Text

(407) 286-0289

Email

jean@JDLendings.com

Office

Florida — also serving Georgia and Rhode Island

Homeowner Qualification · Step 1 of 6

Which city or area are you looking in?

So Jean can pull the right rates and programs for your market.

6 quick questions — ends with a calendar booking.