Erik Christensen
JPAR Real Estate
Realtor
LICENSE# 759682
erikchristensen@jpar.net
(210) 827-0451
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Share your unique campaign link with family, friends, or anyone else in your network.
Anyone can give gifts up to $5,000 each, online, with a debit or credit card. No taxes or fees. No offline paperwork.
First time buyers can get $2 for every $1 raised through down payment gifting, up to the lesser of $2,000 or 1% of purchase price, towards closing costs.
When you or your supporters shop online at over 1,000 participating retailers through the UpIt link on your campaign page, a percentage of your purchase is pledged to your down payment.
Participating retailers pledge anywhere from 1% to 50% back on your purchase. Earn on average 7.5% per purchase!
You and your supporters can start shopping with UpIt as soon as you set up your campaign page.
BONUS! Get $2 for every $1 pledged through UpIt shopping. This includes your purchases and your supporters’ purchases.
Download and install the UpIt Chrome Extension to make it easy to grow your down payment every time you shop at participating retailers.
I'm a proud Texan, born and raised in the vibrant city of San Antonio. This city’s unique charm, rich cultural heritage, and strong sense of community have shaped who I am—and it’s why I’m passionate about helping others call it home, too. Before stepping into real estate, I spent 15 years in the music and entertainment industry, where I learned the power of meaningful connections, clear communication, and creativity. These skills now fuel my approach as a real estate professional: listening closely, working intentionally, and helping clients feel seen and supported every step of the way. Today, I specialize in residential home sales right here in the San Antonio area. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, relocating, or simply looking for a change, I’m committed to providing personalized, attentive service that meets your unique needs. I'm especially excited to offer a powerful tool to help buyers overcome one of the biggest hurdles in homeownership: the down payment. Through the HomeFundIt program by CMG Financial, friends and family can contribute directly toward your down payment—just like a wedding or baby registry. It’s a modern, community-driven way to make homeownership more accessible and achievable. If you're dreaming of owning a home but wondering how to take the first step, let’s talk. I’m here to guide you and connect you with the right resources—whether it’s leveraging HomeFundIt or exploring other creative solutions. Let’s find a place that feels like home
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HomeFundIt™ is a service provided by CMG Mortgage, Inc. CMG Mortgage, Inc. dba CMG Home Loans, NMLS ID# 1820 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org, www.cmghomeloans.com), Equal Housing Opportunity. Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act No. 4150025.; AZ #0903132; Colorado regulated by the Division of Real Estate; Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee #15438; Mortgage Servicer License No. MS068. Hawaii Mortgage Loan Originator Company License No. HI-1820. Massachusetts Mortgage Lender License #MC1820 and Mortgage Broker License #MC1820; Mississippi Licensed Mortgage Company Licensed by the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance; Licensed by the New Hampshire Banking Department; Licensed by the NJ Department of Banking and Insurance; Licensed Mortgage Banker – NYS Department of Financial Services; Ohio Mortgage Broker Act Mortgage Banker Exemption #MBMB.850204.000; Rhode Island Licensed Lender #20142986LL; Registered Mortgage Banker with the Texas Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending, and Licensed by the Virginia State Corporation Commission #MC-5521. CMG Mortgage, Inc. is licensed in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. www.cmgfi.com/corporate/licensing.
