First Time Home Buyer Programs in Wisconsin Illinois Minnesota and Florida

Welcome to our first time home buyer mortgage resource page! Here you will find great articles on first time home buyer loans and a ton of how to articles describing the lending process from start to finish. You will also find articles of commonly asked questions by people just like you. We try hard to answer questions about first time home buyer loans in our blog posts. We are here to help make the home buying process as pain free as possible. If you can’t find what you are looking for here, please feel free to contact us with any questions. We are here to help!

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Common Surprises that Face the First Time Home Buyer

December 13, 2012
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Some people like surprises and other loathe them. One thing is for certain; live long enough and you will encounter your share of surprises. While some of these unforeseen events can be good, there are other times when the surprise can be costly or even painful. Here are some common surprises faced by first time home buyers.

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Avoiding 5 Common Mistakes Among First Time Home Buyers

August 10, 2012
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One thing is for sure, buying your first home is an exciting adventure. If thought-out properly it can be one of the most rewarding purchases you will ever make. However, sometimes the excitement gets in the way of good judgment. If you’re a first time home buyer, be aware of these common mistakes.

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Items to Consider for First Time Home Buyers

September 30, 2011
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First time home buyers or people who have either lived at home or rented for a few years are usually shocked at some of the expenses associated with owning a home. This is not intended to discourage people from purchasing a home. Rather this is a concerted effort to properly inform people of some of the unexpected items that come with owning a home.

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First Time Home Buyers Beware of Lesser Known Fees

July 21, 2011
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The average first time home buyer feels that they understand enough about a home purchase that they can anticipate unexpected costs. However, the down payment and any necessary closing fees are just the tip of the iceberg. Buyers need to consider the following items to see if their budget will allow for these costs.

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FHA, VA and Rural Housing Loans

February 28, 2010
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No down payment home loans enable those who have not been able to save for a down payment to realize the dream of home ownership. We offer two mortgage programs still available with no money down 100% financing and a third that only requires 3.5% down: FHA Loans (requires 3.5% down), VA Home Loans and USDA Rural Housing Loans

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