FHA Loans
An FHA loan is a mortgage loan that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). Essentially, the federal government insures loans for FHA-approved lenders in order to reduce their risk of loss if a borrower defaults on their mortgage payments.
Why an FHA Loan?
Home loans provided by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) may make it easier for you to buy a home. For an FHA loan low down payments are available.
If you’re a military veteran or still in active service, you may qualify for a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loan. These often require no down payment and have lower closing costs, which can help keep your savings secure.
Jumbo Loans
A jumbo loan is a loan that exceeds the conforming loan limits as set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. As of 2022, the limit is $647,200 for most of the US, apart from Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, where the limit is $970,800. Rates tend to be a bit higher on jumbo loans because lenders generally have a higher risk.
Why a Jumbo Loan?
There are many benefits to jumbo loans. One of the biggest benefits is that financing options are available up to $3,000,000. This may provide convenience to many borrowers.
203K Loans
The main benefit of these loans is that they give you the ability to buy a home in need of repairs that you might not otherwise have been able to afford to buy. Plus, the down payment requirements are minimal, and often you may be able to receive a favorable interest rate.
There are many benefits of a USDA home loan. One of the biggest benefits is that no down payment is required.* Borrowers who qualify for a USDA home loan have the flexibility to pay nothing out of pocket for a down payment.
HARP Loans
The Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) is a federal program of the United States, set up by the Federal Housing Finance Agency in March 2009, to help underwater and near-underwater homeowners refinance their mortgages
Why a HARP Loan?
If you’re underwater on your conforming, conventional mortgage, you may be eligible to refinance without paying down principal, and without having to pay mortgage insurance.