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Agent commission lawsuits cast long shadow over VA, FHA borrowers

Housing Wire

In the aftermath, one of the most contentious issues in the minds of mortgage professionals is how the ruling might affect FHA and VA mortgage borrowers. FHA loans are a popular option for first-time homebuyers or those who don’t have a lot of cash saved for a down payment, because the loans require a minimum of 3.5%

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How to Find Comps for My House: An Illustrated Guide

HomeLight

“Different loan types have different guidelines and criteria that the appraiser must meet,” says Swecker. For example, the appraiser may have to find three comps for a VA loan, but for an FHA loan six comps may be needed within a half-mile.”. Who else uses real estate comps? City websites.

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