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Better Mortgage expands offerings to include VA loans in all 50 states

Inman

Borrowers can use the company's Tinman platform to see their rates and get pre-approved in minutes, and may qualify to buy with no down payment.

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Agents fight misconceptions to win deals for military veteran clients

Housing Wire

This is an absolute must, especially in the market right now as it gives the lender an opportunity to fill the listing agent in on the buyer’s background and how the VA loan process works,” Pascoe explained. There remains a belief among listing agents and their clients that the VA appraisal and closing process will be a hassle.

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VA extends deadline for COVID-19 home retention options

Housing Wire

Here’s how to proactively maintain fair lending. Some of the changes outlined in a June 2021 circular , which will be in effect until at least July 2023, include allowing servicers to enter a VA disaster modification with a borrower. 31, 2022, the share of Ginnie Mae loans in forbearance, which includes VA loans, inched downward.

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Fintech startup Tomo breaks into jumbo mortgages

Housing Wire

Currently, the fintech’s product portfolio includes conventional 15- and- 30-year fixed rate loans but the lender does not offer FHA or VA loans. Building the next generation of tech: Three ways to digitize home lending. Refinancing is also not an option.

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FHA borrowers are getting hammered by rising rates

Housing Wire

Multiple LOs told HousingWire that they’ve had to cut pre-approvals for FHA borrowers by about 15% in response to the rise in interest rates. Mark Westcott, a loan officer at CrossCountry Mortgage , said that borrowers who were pre-qualified at 3.5% 85%) back to the pre-crisis level of.5%,” 5%,” said Chappelle.

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Mortgages with Low Credit Scores - Your Guide to Affordable Home Financing

Realty Biz

Government-backed programs: Government-backed mortgage programs, such as FHA loans, VA loans, and USDA loans, often have more relaxed credit score requirements. Seek professional advice: Working with a mortgage professional, such as a loan officer or mortgage broker, can provide valuable guidance.

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Know How and When to Apply for Home Loans in 2021

RIS Media

Pre-qualifying for a mortgage is often the first step toward owning a home. Here’s some information that can help you to figure out how and when to apply for a loan this year: Pay Attention to Falling Rates. Look at Loan Types. Other borrowers might be better served by VA loans or even conventional loans.

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