TweetIt’s true! There are a ton of areas in Florida that rates as “eligible” for 100 percent financing through the USDA Rural Development Loan program. Just look at this map (Click for a larger image): Are USDA Rural Development Loans only for Run Down Homes? Absolutely not! In fact, just recently in Winter Haven, FL…
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Your Florida Mortgage Approval Isn’t Final Until It’s Funded
A mortgage approval is never final until it’s funded. A host of things can “go wrong” while your home loan is underway. Some are in your control, many more are not. And just being aware of some potential pitfalls could help save your loan down the road, and your peace of mind today.
Florida Mortgage Rate Update – Week of January 25, 2010
Florida mortgage rates for conforming and FHA mortgage rates improved last week, but the FOMC’s activity this week may increase volatility.
Florida Mortgage Update: Nation’s Housing Permits Spike For The Second Straight Month
Florida mortgage borrowers keeping track of home prices should pay attention to housing start trends.
Florida Mortgage Update: Weekly Mortgage Rate Outlook – October 26, 2009
Several key economic reports are coming out this week – including the Consumer Confidence and Durable Goods Reports. Florida mortgage Rates may increase on good economic news.
Florida Mortgage Update: What’s Going On with Mortgage Rates (Week of Oct. 12, 2009)
Florida mortgage markets have enjoyed record low home loan interest rates of late, but signs may be pointing to an increase – if we’re to take anything away from recent economic data.
Florida Mortgage Update: Now is a Good Time to Consider a 5-Year ARM
According to the Freddie Mac weekly mortgage rate survey, Florida mortgage borrowers might do well to consider a 5-year ARM vs. a 30-year fixed rate home loan.
Florida Mortgage News: Comparing 15 Year Mortgage vs. 30 Year Mortgages
Just caught a great article from Dan Green over at The Mortgage Reports.com where he provides an comparative analysis of 30 year mortgages vs. 15 year mortgages. I think Florida mortgage shoppers need to know this stuff – so I’ve pulled out some of the key points Dan makes to show you.
Florida Mortgage Update – What’s Going On with Mortgage Rates (Week of Oct. 5, 2009)
TweetFlorida mortgage rates were looking pretty darned good at the end of last week, as economic news was less than stellar. The Labor Department’s Jobs Report showed little in the way of positivity for US workers – reporting 263,000 jobs lost in September, which was quite a bit worse than expectations. To make matters worse…
Getting a Florida Mortgage is About to Get Tougher
TweetGetting approved for a Florida mortgage is about to get harder, as Fannie Mae has announced new modifications to its home loan guidelines – for the second time in less than 3 months. In their official announcement, Fannie Mae provides details on the updates, meant to reduce the overall risk they take on when they back…
