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BluPrint Home Loans NMLS 1686046

Lender
5.0 stars
97 Reviews

Markets served


Nationwide

Except the following states:

Hawaii
New York
Nationwide

Licenses


Company NMLS
#1686046
Additional info available at the NMLS consumer access website

Additional Licenses & Information

Branch Production Sales Manager 
NMLS 1588538

More ways to connect


(208) 818-0195

About us


At BluPrint Home Loans, we serve a wide array of clients, from first-time homebuyers to both novice and seasoned investors. As your dedicated banking and brokerage partner, you'll benefit from the combined strengths of both worlds. Our firm self-funds its deals, offering a comprehensive suite of loan programs to meet diverse needs. Our offerings include Down Payment Assistance, 15% down DSCR, Commercial Loans, Short-Term Rental Loans, Investment HELOCs, Fixed 2nds, and even Tiny Home Loans.

Known for our approachability and creativity, we encourage you to reach out with your unique scenarios. At BluPrint Home Loans, we're always ready to think outside the box to help you navigate your real estate financing needs. Feel free to send us an email with your scenario, and let’s make your property ambitions a reality together!

Specialties


Conventional & Gov.

Refinance (investment)
Conventional Rental Loan
VA Loan
Conventional Loan
Home Equity (primary home)
Refinance (primary home)
USDA Loan
FHA

Hard/Private/Non-QM

Home Equity (investment)
Fix & Flip
DSCR (long-term rental)
DSCR (short-term rental)
Rehab for Buy & Hold
Bridge Loan
Refinance (investment)

Reviews (97)


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4 months ago
Reviewed by Zachary Peterson
Rich and his team were amazing!! They kept me informed throughout the entire process. They were always super quick to respond and answer the 100s of questions I had as this was my first time buying a home! Rich secured me the best rate I could get and treated me professionally the entire time. I would 100% work with Rich and his team again!!
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4 months ago
Reviewed by Annie Fowles-Vogel
Working with Rich was amazing. My husband and I were first time home buyers, and he went above and beyond to make sure we knew all of our options and gave us the best information to help us make the right decision for us. I could not recommend working with Rich enough!
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Edited 5 months ago
Reviewed by Beth Bortz
Rich made our home owning dreams come true in North Idaho. He was detailed and made the process feel effortless. He always had the solution! Thanks again Rich we plan to reach out again if we ever have the need!
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6 months ago
Reviewed by Shahane Davidson
This is our second time working with BluPrint Home Loans, and Austyan was exceptional throughout the entire process. He was highly professional, responsive, and efficient, ensuring everything stayed on track for a smooth and timely closing. His communication and attention to detail went above and beyond. We would highly recommend Austyan to anyone seeking a reliable and knowledgeable loan officer. Thank you so much Austyan.
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7 months ago
Reviewed by Sarah Roy
Rich is a phenomenal lender! I recently had the pleasure of working with him for the first time on a real estate transaction and I was blown away. His communication, professionalism and tenacity are traits that set him apart in a sea of mediocre lenders. As a real estate agent with many sales under my belt, it's rare to find an industry professional who's as "on it" as Rich is! It's clear he loves what he does and is great at it. Anyone who's in the market for a top-notch lender in the Spoaken/CDA area will have a wonderful experience working with Rich!
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7 months ago
Reviewed by Nathan Stegenga
We have used Rich two times - once for a home purchase and once for a refinance. In both cases, Rich was very helpful at every step of the way and he always made sure we understood all of the options we had available to us. He went out of his way to make sure we were able to reach our financial goals with this most recent refi, and we are very pleased with our new rate! Highly recommend using BluPrint!
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7 months ago
Reviewed by Mary P
It’s rare to find someone as dedicated as Rich. He was incredibly patient with all my questions and consistently went the extra mile to make sure I was taken care of. His professionalism is top-tier, and I’m already looking forward to the next time we work together. Highly recommended!
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8 months ago
Reviewed by Justin Thoet
I’ve worked with Rich Gega on dozens of transactions, and he’s a lender I trust completely. He’s sharp, consistent, and incredibly thoughtful in how he approaches every deal. When things get complex—which they often do—Rich brings clarity and calm instead of chaos. What I value most about Rich Gega is how he thinks. He takes the time to understand the full picture, asks the right questions, and then walks clients through their options in a way that actually makes sense. There’s no pressure, no overpromising—just honest guidance and smart strategy. From my side as a realtor, his communication and follow-through are huge. He’s proactive, responsive, and dependable, which keeps transactions moving and clients confident. That reliability is rare and makes a real difference at the finish line. If you want a lender who’s proven, steady, and truly has your best interests at heart, Rich is someone I recommend without hesitation.
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4 months ago
Reviewed by Zachary Peterson
Rich and his team were amazing!! They kept me informed throughout the entire process. They were always super quick to respond and answer the 100s of questions I had as this was my first time buying a home! Rich secured me the best rate I could get and treated me professionally the entire time. I would 100% work with Rich and his team again!!
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4 months ago
Reviewed by Annie Fowles-Vogel
Working with Rich was amazing. My husband and I were first time home buyers, and he went above and beyond to make sure we knew all of our options and gave us the best information to help us make the right decision for us. I could not recommend working with Rich enough!
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Edited 5 months ago
Reviewed by Beth Bortz
Rich made our home owning dreams come true in North Idaho. He was detailed and made the process feel effortless. He always had the solution! Thanks again Rich we plan to reach out again if we ever have the need!
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5.0 stars
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6 months ago
Reviewed by Shahane Davidson
This is our second time working with BluPrint Home Loans, and Austyan was exceptional throughout the entire process. He was highly professional, responsive, and efficient, ensuring everything stayed on track for a smooth and timely closing. His communication and attention to detail went above and beyond. We would highly recommend Austyan to anyone seeking a reliable and knowledgeable loan officer. Thank you so much Austyan.
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5.0 stars
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7 months ago
Reviewed by Sarah Roy
Rich is a phenomenal lender! I recently had the pleasure of working with him for the first time on a real estate transaction and I was blown away. His communication, professionalism and tenacity are traits that set him apart in a sea of mediocre lenders. As a real estate agent with many sales under my belt, it's rare to find an industry professional who's as "on it" as Rich is! It's clear he loves what he does and is great at it. Anyone who's in the market for a top-notch lender in the Spoaken/CDA area will have a wonderful experience working with Rich!
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5.0 stars
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7 months ago
Reviewed by Nathan Stegenga
We have used Rich two times - once for a home purchase and once for a refinance. In both cases, Rich was very helpful at every step of the way and he always made sure we understood all of the options we had available to us. He went out of his way to make sure we were able to reach our financial goals with this most recent refi, and we are very pleased with our new rate! Highly recommend using BluPrint!
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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7 months ago
Reviewed by Mary P
It’s rare to find someone as dedicated as Rich. He was incredibly patient with all my questions and consistently went the extra mile to make sure I was taken care of. His professionalism is top-tier, and I’m already looking forward to the next time we work together. Highly recommended!
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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8 months ago
Reviewed by Justin Thoet
I’ve worked with Rich Gega on dozens of transactions, and he’s a lender I trust completely. He’s sharp, consistent, and incredibly thoughtful in how he approaches every deal. When things get complex—which they often do—Rich brings clarity and calm instead of chaos. What I value most about Rich Gega is how he thinks. He takes the time to understand the full picture, asks the right questions, and then walks clients through their options in a way that actually makes sense. There’s no pressure, no overpromising—just honest guidance and smart strategy. From my side as a realtor, his communication and follow-through are huge. He’s proactive, responsive, and dependable, which keeps transactions moving and clients confident. That reliability is rare and makes a real difference at the finish line. If you want a lender who’s proven, steady, and truly has your best interests at heart, Rich is someone I recommend without hesitation.

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