HomeLight

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Many wishful homeowners would just keep on driving and try to forget that their dream home is on the market … but you know how to apply for a USDA loan, so you turn your car around and head home to do just that. These loans — like FHA and VA loans — are backed by the government. Among its attractive features?

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2023

Since 2008, the number of private secondary mortgage providers has reduced dramatically, and those that remain in the market generally purchase jumbo loans from more affluent borrowers. While banks also have the capacity to make loans and hold them on their balance sheets, the majority sell most or all of their loans to secondary providers.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

One note: During riskier loan environments, such as during a recession, lenders will often protect themselves by increasing the standards required to get a mortgage loan. Conventional loans were more likely to have a 20% down payment, and VA loans averaged just 2% down. It does feel like wasted money to people.

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HomeLight

MAY 31, 2021

Before you even start looking, you’ll also need to find a mortgage lender who will determine how much house you can afford , make sure your credit is in good standing, and see what kind of loan programs will work best for you. I had some clients a few years ago that had trouble qualifying because they had a lot of debt. Conventional.

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The Close

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Furthermore, in today’s market, understanding our complex mortgage industry could actually help you close more deals and maybe even save clients money. Make sure clients who see an acceleration clause in their mortgage contracts understand that this allows their lender to demand repayment of the loan in full if they default on the loan.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 27, 2021

A great agent also has relationships across the industry. So understand that unless you’ve been earning 1099 income for more than two years, it may not help you qualify for a home loan. Some loans, like VA or USDA loans, even allow you to put 0% down. and 1% of your loan amount, annually.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Well, you’ll need a down payment — which, depending on the loan program you go with, could be as low as 3% (or even 0% with certain government-backed programs). This is known as your debt-to-income ratio (DTI). Are they able to fully explain the loan programs in a way you can understand?

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HomeLight

AUGUST 28, 2020

A mortgage rate is the interest you pay on your home loan. This $250,000 is called the loan principal. It’s a percentage you pay on top of the loan principal. Even a slight change in your rate can make a big difference, adding up to tens of thousands of dollars over the life of the loan. Your rate is set by your lender.

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Redfin

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Luckily, Redfin chief economist Daryl Fairweather gives us her keen insights into what the housing industry is doing in 2021. “ Before applying for a loan and certainly before ever making an offer on a house, you should know your credit score. Have a Healthy Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI). Check Your Credit Score.

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