If you use an FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loan to buy your home, you will have to pay mortgage insurance. Mortgage insurance premiums (MIP) exist to protect lenders when FHA borrowers default on a loan. While home buyers like FHA loans, thanks to their more flexible requirements, the idea of mortgage insurance is an unwelcome extra […]
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How To Buy A Home With No Money Down
Learn how to buy a home with no money down including information on FHA, VA, USDA, conventional programs and state specific loans!
2024 Minnesota FHA Loan Limits
If the idea of buying a property with only 3.5 percent for a down payment is appealing, an FHA loan could be for you. But before you buy your Minnesota property using an FHA home loan, there are a few things you need to know as a homebuyer. You can take advantage of a 3.5% […]
2024 FHA Loan Limit in Illinois by County
Saving for a down payment can hold you back from purchasing a home. But with the Illinois FHA program, you can purchase a home with as little as 3.5 percent down, making saving for the down payment a little easier. You might have money saved in your checking or savings accounts, but family members can also […]
FHA Condo Spot Loan Approvals
Back in 2010 FHA changed its rules for offering loans on condo units. The rules became so strict that a large number of condos across the country would not qualify for an FHA loan. Thankfully, changes are here. As of October 15, 2019, FHA will allow financing on a single-unit approved condominium project purchase. The […]
Insane but True Facts About the USDA Mortgage
Although some of these things may sound too good to be true, or even insane, all of the following facts about the USDA mortgage program are true.
FHA Minimum Property Standards and Requirements
Understanding these FHA minimum property requirements will help home buyers and sellers through the appraisal process and not be alarmed.
Non-Occupying Co-Borrower Guidelines: FHA and Freddie Mac Edition
The option of using a non-occupying co-borrower on FHA, Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac mortgage loan opens up homeownership to more borrowers. These are often first-time home buyers who wouldn’t otherwise be able to qualify so soon.
VA Guidelines Every Veteran Should Know
Nearly all of these VA guidelines and rules will apply to a VA mortgage whether it is a purchase transaction or a refinance loan.
What are Mortgage Overlays? Lender Guidelines Explained!
Mortgage overlays are specific rules a lender follows ABOVE the published guidelines set by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, VA and USDA.