The Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) is a tax credit that has been around for a number of years to help Wisconsin homeowners improve their ability to pay for their mortgage. Here are the basic guidelines of how the program works.
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Minnesota FHA Loan
Getting an FHA mortgage is a great way to buy a home or refinance an existing mortgage. The FHA program has been around for many years and is a popular mortgage for first time home buyers. About FHA Loans The acronym FHA stands for the Federal Housing Administration. This organization began in the year 1934. […]
How to Get a Mortgage After Transferring Jobs to Another State
This article discusses things that lenders will approve for people moving to another state, as well as things that will get a mortgage application turned down, and why.
Fall Home Buying Tips: Signs You Are Ready To Purchase!
Buying a home requires a bit of preparation. If you meet the following conditions then you should be ready to purchase your first home this Fall!
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.
Indiana FHA Loan Requirements
Indiana FHA Loan Requirements If you are planning to buy a home in Indiana, a government-backed mortgage from the FHA is one of the options that you should consider. The Federal Housing Administration insures loans from approved lenders that offer many advantages to buyers. We look at some of the basic features of an FHA […]
FHA Streamline Refinance
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) does more than offer ways for people to buy a home. They have another program designed to allow homeowners to get a lower interest rate, and hopefully a lower payment, without going through all the normal work associated with a refinance. The program is called the FHA Streamline Refinance and […]
Common Home Buyer Contingencies You Need to Consider in Your Offer
When you buy a home, you will be expected to pay an earnest money deposit, and if something goes wrong, you could lose this cash. Contingencies are a way for buyers to protect their earnest money when making an offer.
Virginia FHA Loans: Program Requirements and Guidelines
Qualify for an FHA Loan in Virginia You’ve probably heard of FHA loans when thinking about buying a home in Virginia, but is it the best option for you? It is a popular choice, not only for first-time home buyers, and there are many reasons to seriously consider this type of mortgage. We look at […]
USDA Loan Florida
Florida USDA Home Loan Buying a home without making a down payment can be rather difficult. Most conventional mortgages require at least some type of down payment that ranges from 3% to as much as 20% of the home’s selling price. For a $200,000 home that can mean $6,000 to $40,000 out of your pocket! […]