How To Get A Loan For Flipping Houses

Loan Types - 5-minute read

Scott Steinberg - March 30, 2023

For those looking to fix up and flip a real estate property, getting financing might be necessary. Learn about how to get a loan for flipping houses here.

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A Complete Guide To Commercial REITs

Loan Types - 8-minute read

Lauren Bowling - March 30, 2023

Commercial REITs are real estate investment trusts that are specific to business properties. Read on to learn more about this type of real estate investing.

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Your Guide To Home Repair Grants: What Is The Section 504 Home Repair Program?

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Victoria Araj - March 29, 2023

The USDA’s Section 504 Home Repair Program can be a vital lifeline for eligible homeowners in need of a loan or grant. Learn about how this program works.

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What Is Crypto Lending? A Beginner’s Guide To Digital Asset Loans

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Victoria Araj - March 29, 2023

Using crypto loans can be tricky to understand if you don’t know how to leverage your crypto assets. Read this guide to learn what crypto lending is.

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Can You Buy A Foreclosed Home With An FHA Loan?

Loan Types - 3-minute read

Scott Steinberg - March 29, 2023

You can buy a foreclosed home with an FHA loan but there are rules that can make it harder to compete. Learn more about buying foreclosures with FHA loans.

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How To Finance An Airbnb Rental: A Guide For Investors

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Miranda Crace - March 28, 2023

You can get an Airbnb loan to buy houses for short-term rentals use. Learn how you can use income from sites like Airbnb and Vrbo rentals to get a mortgage.

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VA Housing Grants For Disabled Veterans

Loan Types - 6-minute read

Kevin Graham - March 14, 2023

VA housing grants provide financial help that doesn’t need to be repaid to make homes more accessible for disabled veterans. Learn about VA housing grants.

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The FHA’s Commercial Loan Programs: An Introductory Guide

Loan Types - 3-minute read

Victoria Araj - March 14, 2023

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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FHA Gift Funds: Definition And Guidelines

Loan Types - 4-Minute Read

Ashley Kilroy - March 03, 2023

FHA gift funds are a way borrowers can get some outside help with a down payment. Learn more about FHA gift funds and the guidelines around using them now.

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Fixed- Vs. Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM): What’s The Difference?

Loan Types - 7-minute read

Victoria Araj - March 02, 2023

While shopping for home loans, you’ll need to decide between a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage. Learn how they differ and which is better for you.

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

Loan Types - 5-Minute Read

Victoria Araj - March 01, 2023

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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Your Guide To Debt-To-Income (DTI) Ratio For VA Loans

Loan Types - 6-minute read

Ashley Kilroy - February 28, 2023

Applying for a VA loan? Your debt-to-income ratio will be an important factor. Learn how to calculate your DTI ratio and what to do if your DTI is too high.

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What Is A Blanket Mortgage, And Should You Use One?

Loan Types - 3-minute read

Lauren Nowacki - February 27, 2023

A blanket mortgage, or blanket loan, puts all of your real estate properties under one loan to simplify your payments. Find out here if you should use one.

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Proprietary Leases Defined: What They Are And How They Impact Co-Ops

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Melissa Brock - February 22, 2023

If you live in a co-op, you may have heard the term “proprietary lease.” But what exactly is it, and how does it work? Learn more with our help.

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Are VA Loans Assumable? Everything To Know About VA Loan Assumption

Loan Types - 6-Minute Read

Victoria Araj - February 16, 2023

Are VA loans assumable? They are, but what does that mean, exactly? Learn everything you need to know about VA loan assumption here.

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Breaking Down The 1% Rule In Real Estate: What You Should Know Before Investing

Loan Types - 6-minute read

Lauren Nowacki - February 16, 2023

How do you measure the success of a real estate investment? Learn why some investors rely on the 1% rule or 2% rule to ensure they can at least break even.

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What Are The VA Loan Appraisal and Inspection Requirements?

Loan Types - 8-Minute Read

Miranda Crace - February 13, 2023

Does your VA loan require a home inspection? No, but it will require a VA appraisal to estimate the home’s market value, and to ensure your new home meets MPRs.

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VA Non-Allowable Fees: What Buyers Don’t Have To Pay

Loan Types - 3-minute read

Sarah Sharkey - February 13, 2023

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.

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