Financing

Fed raises interest rates this week………..

Most of us knew this was coming but it's finally official.  The Federal Reserve met this week and announced that they were raising the Federal Funds Rate to .25%.  This...
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New limits for FHA financing in 2016

Every year FHA adjusts their maximum financing limits.  The limits are based on a percentage calculation of the national conforming loan limit.  This year the minimum loan amount in low...
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Does an FHA loan make sense for me?

Lately I have had several new buyers that have questioned whether they should use an FHA loan or not.  For some, it may be the only option, for others, they...
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VA loans

Since Wednesday was Veteran's Day, I thought it was a good time to remind people about VA loans.  VA loans are a very popular benefit for those that serve in...
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Are you ready to buy a home?

That is a big question and there are some clues for you to consider!  Rents are increasing and making many renters think seriously about buying a home instead of continuing...
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Fed doesn’t raise rates this week…

The Fed met this week and after adjourning, said they elected not to raise rates at this time.  They also said future policy will be determined meeting by meeting.  The...
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Which program is better?

Since Fannie Mae came back with their 3% down program and FHA allows 3.5% down – which is better?  There are reasons to use both programs.  It will depend on...
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Some home buying myths….

Home buyers tend to make assumptions about the home buying process, especially about down payments.  The truth is that since 2008, there have been some major regulation changes that have...
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