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 […]
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 […]
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?’ (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 […]
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 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? 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 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 […]
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 […]
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Private Mortgage Insurance It’s easy to think of Mortgage Insurance as an unnecessary evil since it only protects the lender. Decide for yourself: Quick Facts Private Mortgage Insurance is required when you have a Conventional loan with less than 20% down payment. Abbreviations are often used in the industry: MI for Mortgage Insurance PMI for Private […]
FHA Loan Limits MN FHA loan limits are one of the FHA Loan Requirements : Related: Low Down Payment Mortgage Options – Conventional vs. FHA 2021 showed an increase in the Twin Cities Metro area for Single Family Homes, Duplexes, Triplexes, and Fourplexes – Median Home Sales Prices have increased in 2021 for Minneapolis and […]
