The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is a program that is insured by the federal government and requires a minimal amount of upfront money for home buyers to attain home ownership....Read More
One of the biggest hurdles many people face when buying a new home is the down payment. If you are buying your first home, saving money can be a challenge. ...Read More
People often have questions about applying for a mortgage…sometimes worrying if they will qualify and often wondering about what information they will be asked to provide when they talk to...Read More
With all of the recent changes in financing, condos are no longer eligible for 100% conventional financing. My experience has been that conventional financing requires a 10% down payment in...Read More
Unless you are willing to spend hours learning the detailed nuances of home financing, you may find that the main ingredient in choosing a Loan Officer and Mortgage Company is...Read More
It can be very advantageous if you are willing to put in a little extra time and effort to determine if it is a feasible option for you. The planning...Read More
The news media today often makes it sound like homebuyers who can afford the monthly payment, still can’t find home financing. That couldn’t be farther from the truth. In reality,...Read More
MIP fees serve the same purpose for FHA mortgages as Conventional Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) fees serve for Conventional mortgages. The fees cover some of the losses incurred when mortgagors...Read More
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