USDA Acreage Limit: How many acres can you finance with a USDA loan?
Front Page | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on November 20, 2020 at 6:23 pm by Sean Stephens
With more and more buyers looking in rural areas, many of them also inquire about options for acreage and how much can be financed with a USDA loan. Well, the good news is that updated USDA guidelines now permit improved
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Private Roads: How do you qualify for a mortgage with a house on a private road?
Conventional Loans | FHA Loans | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | VA Loans | Posted on September 25, 2020 at 12:25 pm by Sean Stephens
Once you have found the perfect home, what should you do if the property is located on a private road? How can a private road affect your mortgage approval? Thus, today’s video will discuss what to do when the property
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USDA Property Eligibility: What property types are eligible for a USDA loan?
Front Page | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on September 11, 2020 at 4:28 pm by Sean Stephens
When you hear about USDA loan benefits, such as 100% financing or the ability to finance closing costs, it can be easy to focus on the financial advantages and then forget about USDA property eligibility. USDA loans allow for no
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What are USDA Flood Zone Requirements?
USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on July 10, 2020 at 6:50 pm by Sean Stephens
In today’s video, I will share with you the details regarding USDA flood zone requirements and how to navigate the qualifying process. However, before we get started, don’t forget to take advantage of our FREE download, USDA Blueprint for Success.
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Can you finance the vacant lot next door with the same USDA loan?
Front Page | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on March 13, 2020 at 1:31 pm by Sean Stephens
In rural areas, what can be done when a seller wants to include their adjoining vacant lot as part of the same sale? Thankfully, USDA loans can be flexible when trying to include an adjoining parcel. However, it’s important to
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How much USDA land can be purchased with a USDA home loan?
Front Page | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on March 6, 2020 at 4:48 pm by Sean Stephens
USDA loans are sought after by homebuyers since they allow for no down payment and offer financing flexibility. Additionally, USDA guidelines have recently improved in regards to how much acreage can be purchased with a USDA home loan. While it is true that
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Property Eligibility: These property types are NOT eligible for a USDA loan
Front Page | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on February 14, 2020 at 3:27 pm by Sean Stephens
USDA property eligibility is a must know, but many times it’s easier to know what causes a property to be ineligible. In today’s video I will explain what property types are NOT eligible for a USDA loan and help keep
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Well and Septic Required Distances for USDA and FHA Loans
FHA Loans | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on January 17, 2020 at 9:38 pm by Sean Stephens
What are the required distances for well and septic on USDA and FHA loans? Understanding USDA and FHA loan distance requirements between a well and septic are critical when determining eligibility and because it can be common for rural properties to
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How Do You Search for Current USDA Loan Eligible Properties?
Front Page | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on January 1, 2020 at 10:38 am by Sean Stephens
Is the home you want in 2020 a USDA Loan eligible property? As many of us know, a key part of the USDA eligibility process is being able to find a home that is located in a USDA eligible area.
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What are USDA Loan qualifying requirements for properties in a flood zone?
USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on September 13, 2019 at 10:30 am by Sean Stephens
How does a flood zone impact USDA loan eligibility? For those who have dealt with this situation in the past, updated USDA guidelines have implemented a key change that will make a significant impact when moving forward on existing properties
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