With home prices skyrocketing, any rise in rates knocks even more potential buyers out of the running, and yet somehow the housing market is more competitive than ever, according to CNBC. The rate is the same now as it was a year ago. The difference from a year ago, however, …
Read More »Mortgage demand falls, but average homebuyer size hits record
Total mortgage application volume fell 4.1% from the previous week, but were 16% higher than a year ago. The average loan amount for homebuyers hit another record high — $ 395,200, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s seasonally adjusted index reported by CNBC. Homebuyers are seeing prices rise at the …
Read More »Colorado First-Time Homebuyer Programs
Housing prices are on the rise in Colorado making it more challenging than ever to become a first-time homeowner. Thankfully, the Colorado Housing and Finance Agency (CHFA) has several home buyer programs and grants for down payment and closing cost assistance for first-time homebuyers. Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage and …
Read More »Connecticut First-Time Homebuyer Programs
With the booming housing market in Connecticut, first-time homebuyers will find it more difficult than ever to purchase their first home. The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority CHFA has programs to help first-time homebuyers with down payment and closing cost assistance, save money on insurance, and get lower than market interest …
Read More »Alaska First-Time Homebuyer Programs
The Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) offers low-interest mortgage loans, and down payment and closing cost assistance to first-time home buyers and repeat buyers. This article takes a look at the requirements and provides links to the homebuyer program page for every city in Alaska. Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage …
Read More »California First-Time Homebuyer Programs in 2020
There are local programs for first-time homebuyers in every city in California. This article takes a look at the requirements and provides links to the homebuyer program page for every metropolitan city in California. Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage and Check Rates First-Time Homebuyer Programs in California Eligibility Requirements You …
Read More »Texas First-Time Homebuyer Programs
Everythings bigger in Texas and that includes homebuyer assistance for the down payment and closing costs. On this page, you can find all the programs and grants available for first-time homebuyers in Texas. Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage and Check Rates First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Texas Eligibility Requirements TDHCA considers …
Read More »Top 10 First-time Homebuyer Loan Programs
Coming up with a large down payment is the biggest challenge for potential homebuyers. Fortunately, there are several programs for first-time homebuyers that can make buying a home a reality. In this article, we will go over the top 10 first-time homebuyer loan programs. Rate Search: Check Today’s Mortgage Rates …
Read More »How to get a first-time homebuyer grant
Probably the biggest concern for prospective first-time homebuyers is the worry that they may not have enough saved up for a down payment or the expenses associated with taking out a home loan. But even if you’re a renter with a few dings on your credit score or a paycheck …
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