Finance the Home of Your Dreams! (Non Reverse Mortgage Info)

HELP FOR BUYING A HOME - First time home buyer-- Diverse products have evolved so virtually anyone can own a home. There are, however, certain criteria. And there are times when it's not as easy as you think. Lenders can have strict criteria for homebuyers, and first time home buyers need to garner information and learn how to qualify. 100 Questions and Answers About Buying a New Home.

How much money will I have to come up with to buy a home? "Well, that depends on a number of factors, including the cost of the house and the type of mortgage you get. In general, you need to come up with enough money to cover three costs: earnest money - the deposit you make on the home when you submit your offer, to prove to the seller that you are serious about wanting to buy the house; the down payment, a percentage of the cost of the home that you must pay when you go to settlement; and closing costs, the costs associated with processing the paperwork to buy a house." (More info) (Glossary)

FACTORS THAT AFFECT APPROVAL:
• Credit history - no credit history, too short a credit history, poor credit history (judgments, etc.).
• Income Factors - high debt to income ratio (too little income for the amount of your financial obligations). • Keep your credit cards at 30% of their credit limit. • Other Factors: appraisal issues, title issues, occupancy issues. What do lenders require?

Owning a home is an adventure. We're here to help in any way we can.

Speaking with a mortgage professional is the best way to obtain accurate information. If you would like Kathie Adler to contact you to review various loan programs, call 1-888-843-9797.

When should you buy a home? Buy a home when you can afford to pay for it. A loan insured by FHA (the Federal Housing Authority) has a minimal down payment. More information: Hud.gov - click here.
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