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Loan Types - 6-minute read
Miranda Crace - May 07, 2024
Trying to decide between a HELOC and a home equity loan? Learn the differences between these borrowing options and how to choose which is best for you.
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Victoria Araj - May 03, 2024
Getting approved for a home equity loan looks a little different when you’re self-employed. Learn what lenders look for and explore some alternative options.
Loan Types - 7-minute read
Sarah Sharkey - May 01, 2024
Ready for a $450,000 mortgage to buy a home? Read our guide to understand the costs and requirements that come with taking out a $450,000 loan.
Dan Rafter - April 29, 2024
A joint VA loan is one type of VA loan for eligible military members and co-borrowers. Let’s look closer at what a joint VA loan is and if it’s right for you.
Sarah Sharkey - April 28, 2024
Home equity loans are a type of second mortgage, but not the only one. Explore the differences between second mortgages and home equity loans in this article.
Loan Types - 8-minute read
Kevin Graham - April 26, 2024
Freddie Mac’s Home Possible® program offers low down payments and fees for low-income buyers. Learn if the Home Possible program can help you buy a home.
Kevin Graham - April 25, 2024
There are many veteran housing programs to help veterans find a safe place to live. Learn about the grants, assistance programs and home loans available to you.
Molly Grace - April 25, 2024
Did you know you can bundle a home purchase and renovation costs into one loan with a VA Renovation loan? Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
Loan Types - 3-minute read
Sarah Sharkey - April 25, 2024
Non-allowable fees for a VA loan are costs that a buyer isn't responsible for paying. Learn what fees in a VA loan are non-allowable and why that is.
Loan Types - 10-minute read
Victoria Araj - April 25, 2024
A VA home loan is a type of mortgage financing designed for veterans and active-duty service members. Learn more about using a VA loan with our complete guide.
Loan Types - 7-Minute Read
Conventional and VA loans are two different types of mortgages. Trying to decide which is best for you? Read our guide on VA loans vs. conventional loans.
Loan Types - 4-minute read
Ashley Kilroy - April 25, 2024
VA loan occupancy requirements are put in place to ensure a home purchase is used as a primary residence by the borrower. Learn more about these requirements.
Loan limits can increase in areas with a higher cost of living, but VA loans usually don't have a limit. Learn when a loan limit might apply and how they work.
Miranda Crace - April 25, 2024
If you have a VA loan and are facing financial difficulties, your options extend beyond a VA loan forbearance. Read our article to learn how you can catch up.
Loan Types - 9-minute read
With competitive interest rates and benefits, why wouldn’t you want to use a VA loan to purchase another home? Read on to find out what’s possible for you.
Loan Types - 5-minute read
VA loans can make homes more affordable for qualifying military personnel, but can you use a VA loan for an investment property or a second home? Get the answer.
VA loan entitlement is the amount of money the VA will pay if a VA loan borrower defaults on their mortgage. Learn about VA loan entitlement and how it works.
Loan Types - 6-Minute Read
Dan Rafter - April 25, 2024
VA loans have different down payment terms compared to other types of mortgage loans. Use this guide to learn about the requirements for VA loan down payments.
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