What Is The Minimum VA Loan Credit Score For A Home Purchase Or Refinance?

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Kevin Graham - April 25, 2024

VA home loans are an affordable mortgage option for qualifying service members. Learn about the minimum credit score needed to qualify for a VA loan.

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VA Loan Closing Costs: How Much Are They And Who Pays Them?

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Carla Ayers - April 25, 2024

Closing costs for a VA loan are slightly different from the traditional set
of closing costs on a conventional mortgage. Learn more about how they
differ here.

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VA Jumbo Loan Limits, Rates And Requirements

Loan Types - 6-minute read

Kevin Graham - April 25, 2024

A VA jumbo loan can help qualifying borrowers buy a more expensive home. See how a VA jumbo loan works and uncover VA jumbo loan rates, limits and requirements.

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VA Funding Fee: Your Questions Answered

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Miranda Crace - April 25, 2024

What is the VA funding fee? Get the scoop on VA loan mortgage insurance fees that you might have to pay on your VA home loan.

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VA ARM: What It Is And What It Entails For The Borrower

Loan Types - 6-minute read

Kevin Graham - April 25, 2024

If you’re a veteran looking to buy a home, an adjustable-rate mortgage from the VA might be a good option for you. Learn more about VA ARMs here.

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USDA Vs. FHA Loans: Which Is Better For You?

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Carla Ayers - April 25, 2024

USDA and FHA loans can offer more lenient requirements for home buyers with low or moderate income. Learn what else these loans can offer and how they differ.

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USDA Vs. Conventional Loans: What's The Difference?

Loan Types - 6-minute read

Hanna Kielar - April 25, 2024

To help determine the best mortgage solution for you, we've created a comprehensive guide that compares the pros and cons of USDA vs. conventional loans.

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Is A USDA Home Loan Right For You?

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Victoria Araj - April 25, 2024

USDA loans are affordable mortgage options for eligible home buyers in rural areas. Learn about how USDA loans work and their eligibility requirements here. 

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A Guide To USDA Guaranteed Vs. Direct Loans

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Hanna Kielar - April 25, 2024

Wondering about how USDA guaranteed and direct loans compare? Check out our guide to determine which USDA loan product fits your rural housing aspirations.

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USDA Guarantee Fees: What Are They And How Do They Work?

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Melissa Brock - April 25, 2024

Wondering about the guarantee fee on a USDA loan? Uncover the meaning of a guarantee fee, how it works and more about its role in the home buying process.

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USDA Eligibility Maps: What They Are And How To Use Them

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Laura Gariepy - April 25, 2024

The USDA eligibility map helps home buyers find properties that can be financed with a USDA loan. Learn more about the USDA loan map and how to use it here.

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Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premiums (UFMIP): What You Need To Know

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Melissa Brock - April 25, 2024

If you have an FHA loan, you’ll encounter something called an upfront mortgage insurance premium (UFMIP). Uncover the facts about what it is and how it works.

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How Do Super Conforming Loans Work?

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Hanna Kielar - April 24, 2024

A super conforming loan can be an affordable loan option for homes in high-cost areas. Learn how these loans work and how they compare with jumbo loans.

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Everything You Need To Know About The Statement Of Service For VA Loans

Loan Types - 5-Minute Read

Victoria Araj - April 24, 2024

When applying for a VA loan, you’ll need to submit a statement of service. Learn more about the statement of service for VA loans and why it’s required.

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Reverse Mortgage Vs. Home Equity Loan Or HELOC: The Difference And How To Choose

Loan Types - 10-minute read

Ashley Kilroy - April 24, 2024

You can utilize your home's equity using a reverse mortgage, home equity loan or HELOC. Take a look at our guide to learn about the pros and cons of each. 

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What Is An RHS Loan?

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Lauren Bowling - April 24, 2024

An RHS loan can help rural families bypass the down payment requirement and get the boost they need to qualify for a mortgage. Learn more about RHS loans.

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What Is A Reverse Mortgage And How Does It Work?

Loan Types - 10-minute read

Dan Rafter - April 24, 2024

A reverse mortgage lets you tap into your home’s equity before selling your house, but is the loan right for you? Uncover what you should know before deciding.

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The FHA’s Commercial Loan Programs: An Introductory Guide

Loan Types - 3-minute read

Victoria Araj - April 21, 2024

FHA commercial loans are available for the creation of housing for low-income, elderly or disabled people. Learn more about FHA loans for commercial property.

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