2022 saw a massive shift in interest rates for properties. What started off in the low 3s (for investment properties!!!) moved up to mid-7s and is now back down to around 6%. We’ve heard people talking about the causes of […]
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Conventional Products
3/1 and 2/1 Buydown
What Is A Buydown On A Mortgage? A buydown is a way for a borrower to obtain a lower interest rate by paying discount points at closing. Discount points, also referred to as mortgage points or prepaid interest points, are […]
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Fannie Mae Reserve Requirements for Investors with Multiple Properties Owned
What Are Reserves? Reserves are liquid or near liquid assets that are available to a borrower after the mortgage closes. On every loan transaction, reserves are required to be verified as part of the approval process. Acceptable sources or reserves […]
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How Many Loans Will the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Lend to Investors?
In 2009, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac rolled back the mortgage rule that prevented real estate investors from financing more than 4 properties per borrower. At the time, investors were limited to 4 properties financed, which included their primary residence. […]
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Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
Adjustable-Rate Mortgages An “adjustable-rate mortgage” is a loan program with a variable interest rate that can change throughout the life of the loan. It differs from a fixed-rate mortgage, as the rate may move both up or down depending on […]
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Fixed Rate Loans
Fixed-rate mortgages remain the most popular type of home financing. A fixed-rate mortgage is a good option for nearly every type of borrower, whether you plan to stay in the house for the long term or just for a few […]
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Jumbo Loans Programs
In the United States, a jumbo mortgage is a mortgage loan that may have high credit quality, but is in an amount above conventional conforming loan limits. This standard is set by the two government-sponsored enterprises, Fannie Mae and Freddie […]
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