FHA guidelines prospective buyers need to keep in mind when shopping for their home. FHA approved lenders are able to offer mortgages with enticing rates for people that might not qualify for a Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac home loan.
VA Mortgage Requirements and Guidelines: A Detailed Look In 1944 the United States Congress introduced the bill that paved the way for the Veterans Administration (also called VA) to officially offer the VA mortgage to veterans. While there have been a few changes and improvements to the lending rules over time, the main intent remains […]
Qualify for an FHA Loan in Illinois The FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loan is a great way for Illinois residents to purchase a home. Whether you’re buying your first home or 6th home, getting an FHA loan makes it possible to achieve homeownership with several advantages. Look at the following FHA mortgage requirements to learn more […]
The title seems misleading, right? Every mortgage lender goes to great lengths to explain to real estate agents and borrowers how mortgage insurance is necessary, how to calculate the amounts and when the mortgage insurance will likely fall off the mortgage. However, how does PMI benefit the actual home buyer?
For the right borrower, a WHEDA mortgage can be an excellent way to before a homeowner. Take a look at the following pros and cons of the WHEDA loan!0
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.
According to a recent update from the Federal Housing Administration, also called FHA, there are higher loan limits available. All areas around the country will benefit from the FHA floor maximum loan limit of $498,257. This amount is the new maximum for a single-family home. FHA also offers financing for multi-unit homes, up to a […]
Back in 2009, as the mortgage crisis was slowly ending, many homeowners found themselves in a terrible position; their home was worth much less than their current mortgage balance. To persuade people to stay in their homes and avoid a wave of foreclosures across the country, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac introduced the HARP plan. […]
In the most basic of terms, VA Second-Tier Entitlement gives a qualified military person the ability to have two VA mortgages out simultaneously.
In the great Badger State, the VA Loan benefit can be used whether a borrower needs to purchase a home or refinance an existing VA loan on a home in Wisconsin. The VA program that is authorized by the Department of Veterans Affairs provides access to a great benefit to the men and women who have […]
