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As mortgage brokers, we at Innovative Mortgage Brokers are constantly exploring different options to help our clients achieve their homeownership dreams. One such option is the 3-2-1 buydown. However, before you jump on the 3-2-1 bandwagon, it's crucial to understand…
Fannie Mae, a leading source of financing for mortgage lenders, recently announced significant changes in its Desktop Underwriter (DU) system. The updates are expected to affect the maximum allowable loan-to-value (LTV) ratios for two- to four-unit properties. Changes to LTV…
When it comes to buying a home, one of the most significant hurdles can be saving for the down payment. In Pennsylvania, like elsewhere, buyers often turn to gift funds to help cover this cost. As a mortgage broker company,…
If you're considering buying a house but cringe at the thought of making the down payment, you aren't alone. Younger buyers, especially millennials, have difficulty making a down payment due to a lack of savings. In fact, 28% of younger…
The real estate market has been a sellers’ market for the last few years, but the tide is changing, and in some areas the buyers now have the upper hand. Because of this, you may see more occurrences of seller…
You’ll need more than the down payment when you buy a house. You’ll also be responsible for closing costs. Knowing how much you might pay and how to lower them can help make it easier to buy a house. Closing…
Buying a house with no down payment is possible. It sounds crazy, but there are loan programs that don’t require money down; however, you must still cover the closing costs, in some cases. So you’ll need some money to close…
If you’re considering buying a new home but don’t have enough money saved for a down payment, a down payment assistance (DPA) program may help. DPA programs help first-time homebuyers secure funds for a down payment and closing costs, so…
You’ve likely heard that buying a home requires a 20% down payment. But that’s not always the case; actually, it’s rarely the case. Is a 20% down payment nice? Absolutely. But can you buy a home without 20% down? Most…
Are you prepping to buy your first home? If so, one of the steps you should take early on is making sure you’re financially ready for your purchase. Here are just a few of the financial fundamentals you’ll need to…
