Low Down Payment Mortgage Options - FHA Loan vs Conventional Loan

Low Down Payment and First Time Home Buyer Programs 2023 Edition

100% FHA! Conventional 1% down mortgage + 2% down payment assistance! What are Low Down Payment, First Time Home Buyer Programs 2023? First Time Home Buyer Programs 2023 Edition What are the low down payment mortgage and first time home buyer programs available in 2023? VA still offers 100%, zero-down financing. But what if you’re […]

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How to Get Your Offer Accepted – 11 Strategies for 2024 Market Success!

Unlock Real Estate Success: 11 Irresistible Strategies on How to Get Your Offer Accepted in a Sellers’ Market! Enhance Your Offer in a Competitive Market! Navigating the challenges of today’s hot sellers’ market? Wondering how to get your offer accepted? You’re not alone. In our Mortgage/Real Estate Question and Answer series, we recently explored the […]

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Free First Time Home Buyer Class MN – Online Options! – Upcoming Classes!

First Time Home Buyer Class MN Upcoming First Time Home Buyer Classes in Minnesota: Please click on the Class Name for More Information and to Register for the First Time Home Buyer Class MN: Tuesday, December 12th, 2023 – 6:30 – 8:30 PM – Register for the First Time Home Buyers’ Class – Now Online! Discover […]

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Unlocking New Opportunities: House Hacking Made Easy with 95% LTV Financing

The Game-Changer for Real Estate Investors Are you dreaming of entering the world of real estate investment through house hacking? Well, here’s some exciting news for you – the game just got easier! Thanks to recent developments in financing options, purchasing 2-4 unit properties with up to 95% loan-to-value (LTV) is now a reality. What’s […]

How much house can I afford?

How Much House Can I Afford? Insider Tips and Home Affordability Calculator

‘How Much House Can I Afford?’ (The Ultimate Guide) Hey there, future homeowner! We’re here to help you unravel the exciting world of home buying, specifically answering the question: ‘How Much House Can I Afford?’ Our Home Affordability Calculator is like your personal compass, guiding you towards the house of your dreams without breaking the […]

1 Percent Down Payment - With Equity

Buy a Home with just 1% Down? Yes with the 1% Down Mortgage!

1% Down Mortgage It’s back! As of April 12th, 2023, the Buy a Home with 1% Down! You have 1%, the lender contributes 2%, giving you 3% Equity at closing-Available w/No monthly Mortgage Insurance option is back!! This program is only available for a limited time, so contact your local mortgage broker MLS Mortgage today! […]

Mortgage Insurance MI

Mortgage Insurance – Who needs it?

Who needs Mortgage Insurance? If you’re buying a house with less than 20% down payment, the answer is YOU. Mortgage Insurance is often abbreviated in the industry as “MI”. Some conforming home loans with less than 20% down do offer “No MI” or Lender-Paid MI. That option can be advantageous if you only plan to be […]

Loan Max VA and Conforming Loan Limits

Loan Max VA & Conforming Loan Limits 2021

Loan Max – VA Loan Limits and Conforming Loan Limits Loan Max Updated and Increased for 2021 – although the US Department of Veteran Affairs does not set a limit for VA Home Loans – most lenders do set limits and the VA Home Loan limits match Conforming Loan Limits. See VA Loan Benefits. Conforming Loans […]

How much is a down payment on a house

How Much is a Down Payment on a House? – Do you have enough?

How much is a down payment on a house? That varies whether you are a First Time Home Buyer, repeat buyer, or qualify for any unique loan programs. For many people, the minimum is 3% of the purchase price with a Conventional Loan (up to your Conforming Loan Limits) or 3.5% for a FHA Loan […]

What is an Appraisal

What is an Appraisal on a House?

What is an Appraisal on a House? A home appraisal is used to determine the value of a house. It starts with a professional appraiser evaluating the home’s: Size Features Overall condition Additional considerations include: The Neighborhood What Similar Homes in the area have sold for in the past six months The home’s replacement cost […]

5 Mortgage Pre-Approval Tips to Get You Into Your Dream Home

5 Mortgage Pre-Approval Tips to Get You Into Your Dream Home Buying a home to call your own is a common financial goal among most adults. Home-ownership represents different things to different people. For many, it offers a sound strategy for accumulating wealth, while setting a steady foundation for the future. Purchasing a home is […]

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How to Be Offered the Best Mortgage Rates

How to Be Offered the Best Mortgage Rates “Am I being offered the best mortgage rates?” As a Mortgage Loan Originator, I’ve had my share of that question. I also know it’s not a simple answer. Companies can’t guarantee they have the best mortgage interest rates. However, there are ways to improve your likelihood of being […]