Branch Manager

Ricardo Jose Diaz

Branch Manager NMLS# 325871 Licensed in FL

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5.0
(47 reviews)
(321) 228-2608 (407) 369-4658 [email protected]

1421 Pine Ridge Rd., Suite 220
Naples, FL 34109
Branch License #2094348

About Ricardo Jose Diaz

Your mortgage is personal, and I understand that.

Your mortgage is personal, and I understand that. Whether you’re looking to buy, build, or refinance your home, our experienced mortgage professionals are here to help. Here at Preferred Rate, we offer a variety of loan options that can help you achieve homeownership with the speed and service you deserve. Plus, as a mortgage professional, I am dedicated to finding the right loan with great rates, terms and costs to meet your specific needs. Financing a home is one of the most significant commitments you will ever make - let me guide you throughout the entire loan process from application to closing and beyond. I look forward to putting our mortgage service to work for you! Your mortgage is personal, and I understand that. Whether you’re looking to buy, build, or refinance your home, our experienced mortgage professionals are here to help. Here at Preferred Rate, we offer a variety of loan options that can help you achieve homeownership with the speed and service you deserve. Plus, as a mortgage professional, I am dedicated to finding the right loan with great rates, terms and costs to meet your specific needs. Financing a home is one of the most significant commitments you will ever make - let me guide you throughout the entire loan process from application to closing and beyond. I look forward to putting our mortgage service to work for you!

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We keep the mortgage process easy

Buying a new home can feel like everything at once: Exciting, overwhelming, stressful, and even emotionally taxing.

Whether this is your first home, your next home, or you’re thinking about refinancing, we’re ready to walk with you every step of the way.

  • Step 1 Connect with a Loan Expert

  • Step 2 Get Pre-Approved

  • Step 3 Make Offers

  • Step 4 Lock in your Preferred Rate

  • Step 5 Move in to your new home

  • Step 1 Connect with a Loan Expert

  • Step 2 Lock in your Preferred Rate

  • Step 3 Get your new loan approved!

Buying a new home can feel like everything at once: Exciting, overwhelming, stressful, and even emotionally taxing.

Home Loans

  • Fixed-rate Mortgages
  • Adjustable-rate Mortgages
  • Interest-only Loans
  • Jumbo Loans
  • FHA
  • VA Loans
  • USDA Loans
  • Reverse Mortgages

Speciality Products

  • Keys On Time Program
  • Secure Lock Program
  • Jumbo Investor Loan Programs
  • Peak Loan Program
  • High Balance Solutions
  • Jumbo Solutions
  • Home Ready
  • Home Possible Advantage
  • STaR Program for First-Responders
  • Doctor Program for Medical Professionals
  • Manufactured Housing Loans
Buy a home Refinance

See what Ricardo's clients have to say

Alberquis C

Excellent professionalism.

Nov 27, 2025

Dayanara V

El Sr. Ricardo Diaz un excelente profesional en su campo. Siempre atento a la necesidad del cliente. Si necesitas a un Leander lo recomiendo al 100%, no te arrepentirás. Su servicio es extraordinario.

Nov 27, 2025

Betfoyet C

Couldn't be happier with the services. Got everything handled professionally and without issues. 20/10 service

Mar 04, 2025

Malvys M

I recently purchased a home and Ricardo was my loan officer. The transaction went very smooth and Ricardo was there to help all the way until the end. He answered our questions, and guide us thru the whole process. He is responsive, always answered the phone and/or called back in a timely manner, professional, knowledgeable, problem solving, fast response, and also very kind. I totally recommend him if you are thinking of buying a home. My experience was GREAT! Thank you Ricardo! ... Read More

Aug 02, 2024

Malvys M

I recently purchased a home and Ricardo was my loan officer. The transaction went very smooth and Ricardo was there to help all the way until the end. He answered our questions, and guide us thru the whole process. He is responsive, always answered the phone and/or called back in a timely manner, professional, knowledgeable, problem solving, fast response, and also very kind. I totally recommend him if you are thinking of buying a home. My experience was GREAT! Thank you Ricardo! ... Read More

Aug 02, 2024

Malvys M

I recently purchased a home and Ricardo was my loan officer. The transaction went very smooth and Ricardo was there to help all the way until the end. He answered our questions, and guide us thru the whole process. He is responsive, always answered the phone and/or called back in a timely manner, professional, knowledgeable, problem solving, fast response, and also very kind. I totally recommend him if you are thinking of buying a home. My experience was GREAT! Thank you Ricardo! ... Read More

Aug 02, 2024

Marilyn Torres R

Thank you for being patient with us. I am so happy about my new home. Made the process easy.

Aug 02, 2024

María m

I fully recommend Ricardo Diaz, he is professional person he helped us a lot from the beginning to the closing of our new house.

Jul 02, 2024

Micheline G

Great job the teams working good very well

May 11, 2024

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Refinancing may result in finance charges that may be higher over the life of the loan. Consult with your loan advisor for details.

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Licensed as Preferred Rate in AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, OK, OR, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WI. Preferred Rate operates under American Pacific Mortgage in NV. AZ BK 0906702. CA #01215943. Regulated by the Colorado Division of Real Estate. Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee. NV MB 164. Licensed under the Oregon Consumer Finance Act. OK MLO13426.

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The Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (Department) evaluates our performance in meeting the financial services needs of this community, including the needs of low-income to moderate-income households. The Department takes this evaluation into account when deciding on certain applications submitted by us for approval by the Department. Your involvement is encouraged. You may obtain a copy of our evaluation. You may also submit signed, written comments about our performance in meeting community financial services needs to the Department." (Source: P.A. 101-657, eff. 3-23-21.)

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THE DEPARTMENT MAINTAINS A RECOVERY FUND TO MAKE PAYMENTS OF CERTAIN ACTUAL OUT OF POCKET DAMAGES SUSTAINED BY BORROWERS CAUSED BY ACTS OF LICENSED RESIDENTIALMORTGAGE LOAN ORIGINATORS. A WRITTEN APPLICATION FOR REIMBURSEMENT FROM THE RECOVERY FUND MUST BE FILED WITH AND INVESTIGATED BY THE DEPARTMENT PRIOR TO THE PAYMENT OF A CLAIM. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE RECOVERY FUND, PLEASE CONSULT THE DEPARTMENT'S WEBSITE AT WWW.SML.TEXAS.GOV