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 […]
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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.
USDA Rural Housing Up-Front and Annual Fee
The various mortgage programs offered under the approval of the United States Federal government have some type of fee. FHA, VA, and USDA Rural Housing all fall into this group. This article will explain the fee charged by USDA and how it is used. USDA Annual Charge All borrowers that have a USDA loan are […]
Virginia USDA Rural Development Mortgage Program
When you want to buy a home, finding the best mortgage program could make a significant difference to your long-term finances. If you are looking to live in rural Virginia, you could benefit from the advantages offered by the USDA’s mortgage program. Choosing a USDA Mortgage Loan The United States Department of Agriculture has a […]
Investment Properties
Over the past few years, the basic guidelines for lending money on investment properties have changed greatly. At one time, during the late 1990s and into the early 2000s, multiple mortgage lenders offered various loans designed specifically for buying a rental property. However, with the real estate crash, all of that has changed. Listed below […]
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Proven tips for increasing your credit score! The tips are listed based on their importance and their overall impact on any person’s credit rating.
Conventional Loan Limits
The overall strong real estate market has seen major booms in the last few years. The increase in average prices have led to a change in the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac conventional loan limits, yet again. For the year 2024, the maximum loan limit amount allowed by either Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae for […]
FHA Loan Limits
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 […]
Interest Only Mortgage Loans
Interest only loans may be the solution for you if you are looking for a way to afford more home for less money. The Advantage of An Interest-Only Mortgage: An Interest-Only mortgage is an excellent mortgage option for borrowers who want the lowest payment possible. An Interest-Only loan means exactly what it says, the borrower […]
How To Buy a Home While Going Through a Divorce
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.