Veteran Housing Help: Grants, Loans And Assistance Programs

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Kevin Graham - July 25, 2023

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.

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The Quick Guide To Solar Loans

Loan Types - 11-minute read

Ashley Kilroy - July 24, 2023

Solar loans provide financing for solar panels and solar installations. Explore the pros and cons of solar panel loans to see if they make solar affordable.

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1031 Exchange: What Real Estate Investors Need To Know

Loan Types - 8-minute read

Melissa Brock - July 23, 2023

A 1031 exchange allows real estate investors to exchange a property for another of equal or greater value. Learn how a 1031 can spare you a capital gains tax.

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A Guide To DACA Home Loans

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Lauren Bowling - July 23, 2023

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients qualify for FHA loans, as well as other types of mortgages. Learn more about DACA home loan options.

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Fixed-Rate HELOCs: The Hard-To-Find Hybrid-Rate Loan

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Victoria Araj - July 19, 2023

Lenders are starting to offer HELOC borrowers a choice between fixed-rate HELOCs and variable-rate HELOCs. Learn how fixed-rate options work and how to choose.

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A Complete Guide To The Fannie Mae HomeStyle Loans for Renovations

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Lauren Bowling - July 14, 2023

Looking at bundling home renovation costs into your mortgage? The Fannie Mae HomeStyle loan program makes it easy. Learn how it works and what to expect.

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VA Loan Vs. Conventional Loan: What’s The Difference?

Loan Types - 7-Minute Read

Victoria Araj - July 13, 2023

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.

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How Do Super Conforming Loans Work?

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Hanna Kielar - July 13, 2023

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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What Is An RHS Loan?

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Lauren Bowling - July 13, 2023

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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Purchase-Money Mortgages: Defined And Explained

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Sam Hawrylack - July 12, 2023

Purchase-money loans are nontraditional financing between sellers and buyers. Learn the benefits of a purchase-money mortgage, as well as the risks involved.

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Understanding USDA Construction Loans

Loan Types - 8-minute read

Victoria Araj - June 30, 2023

A USDA construction loan allows you to buy and build a home under a single mortgage. Learn about USDA construction loan requirements and how these loans work.

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VA Loan For Investment Property: Can You Use One?

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Ashley Kilroy - June 30, 2023

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.

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What Is An Adjustable-Rate Mortgage?

Loan Types - 9-minute read

Miranda Crace - June 29, 2023

Adjustable-rate mortgages offer low introductory interest rates that can rise over the life of the loan. Find out whether this type of loan is right for you.

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Understanding FHA 203(b) Loans And How They Differ From FHA 203(k) Loans

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Sarah Sharkey - June 28, 2023

FHA 203(b) loans are intended for move-in ready homes and FHA 203(k) loans are used for homes that require significant repairs. Learn more about these loans.

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What Is Freddie Mac’s Home Possible® Loan?

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Kevin Graham - June 27, 2023

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.

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VA Loan Termite Inspection: The Process

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Ashley Kilroy - June 26, 2023

Wondering what the requirements are for a pest inspection when you have a VA loan? Read our article to see the process of a VA loan termite inspection.

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A Guide To The Many Meanings Of Homes For Heroes

Loan Types - 3-minute read

Hanna Kielar - June 22, 2023

Homes for Heroes refers to cause-related companies that help provide housing to various heroes. Keep reading to understand each company and their mission.

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Home Loans For Teachers: A Guide To Teacher Home Buying Programs

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Victoria Araj - June 22, 2023

Teacher Next Door is just one of the many home buying programs offered to teachers for their public service. Learn about more home loan programs for educators.

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