Home Possible® is a Freddie Mac program that has very flexible credit guidelines for low to moderate income borrowers. It’s available to purchase or refinance a single-family home, condominium, or a 2–4 family home. If you need some help to overcome obstacles to homeownership such as, having a non-traditional credit history or lacking of funds […]
There is a solid reason why the word “jumbo” is used to identify a certain type of mortgage loan. Typically, a jumbo loan is enormous in size when compared to an average home loan. For this reason, jumbo loans have a few special criteria that set them apart from other types of loans. What is a […]
If you are looking to make a low down payment or if you are a veteran, the government may be able to help you with a Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota or Florida purchase or refinance! Check out these great government mortgage programs: FHA Mortgage Home Loans FHA loans are loans insured by the Department of Housing […]
Look over these steps to prepare your home for an appraisal and help the appraiser view your property in a more favorable light.
Buying a home while in the middle of a divorce takes a bit more preparation and understanding compared to other types of home purchases. The following information should help people that are in the midst of a divorce and wishing to buy another home.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers a loan program known as the USDA Guaranteed Rural Housing Loan or just USDA Rural Housing mortgage. This program has been around for a number of years and is a great option for buying a home. The USDA Rural Housing Mortgage program is unique in three ways […]
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Along the shore of Lake Michigan, and north of Chicago, lies the town of Northbrook. The town receives its name from the Chicago River’s Northern branch that cuts through the town. Northbrook is a part of the wealthier suburbs of Chicago that are collectively called North Shore. Population and Number of Homes The most recent […]
Qualify for a Texas USDA Loan If you want to buy a home in the state of Texas, a conventional mortgage might not be your best option. If the home is outside of urban areas, a USDA Rural Development loan might be more suitable for your requirements. The Advantages of Choosing a USDA Loan For […]
If your situation doesn’t fit the standard expected by lenders, you could find it more difficult to qualify for the home loan you want. But there could be other options that will make financing your home purchase easier.
