What are the filing requirements for the Florida Homestead Exemption?
Conventional Loans | FHA Loans | Front Page | USDA Loans | VA Loans | Posted on January 15, 2021 at 10:43 am by Sean Stephens
The Florida Homestead Exemption helps homeowners save money on their property taxes by reducing the assessed value of their property which in turn lowers the amount of property taxes. However, timing and eligibility details are critical when qualifying for this
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A USDA home loan with Repairs… Yes, it’s possible!
Front Page | USDA Loan Process | USDA Loans | Posted on December 18, 2020 at 12:20 pm by Sean Stephens
USDA guidelines allow for a wide range of possible repairs. In today’s video, I’ll explain the eligible types of repairs and review how it’s possible to get a USDA home loan with repairs. Also, please download our USDA Blueprint for
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How Can You Speed Up USDA Approval Time?
Front Page | USDA Loan Process | USDA Loans | Posted on December 4, 2020 at 9:45 am by Sean Stephens
It’s a common misconception that all lenders, banks, brokers, and credit unions who offer USDA loans have the same systems in place. In reality, not all lenders are approved by the USDA and this can greatly affect your USDA approval
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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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What are three important differences between USDA and VA loans?
USDA Loan Benefits | USDA Loans | VA Loans | Posted on November 13, 2020 at 4:31 pm by Sean Stephens
While USDA and VA loans are both fantastic no down payment financing options, they also have their own unique features and eligibility requirements. In today’s short video, I will break down and review three important differences between USDA and VA
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USDA No Down Payment Loans – How do you become USDA eligible?
Front Page | USDA Loan Eligibility | USDA Loans | What is a USDA Loan? | Posted on November 6, 2020 at 2:56 pm by Sean Stephens
The USDA loan program is sought after by homebuyers due to their 100% financing, affordable terms, and flexible credit qualifying. That is why it is so important to understand the basics on how to become USDA eligible. In my opinion,
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Is an Earnest Money Deposit Required With a USDA No Down Payment Loan?
USDA Loan Process | USDA Loans | Posted on January 31, 2020 at 4:22 pm by Sean Stephens
Typically, when purchasing a home, a buyer will have two types of out-of-pocket expenses: down payment and settlement charges. With a USDA no down payment loan, the burden of a down payment is eliminated. However, remember that no down payment
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How do you Calculate Florida Intangible Tax and Transfer Tax When Purchasing a Home
Conventional Loans | FHA Loans | Front Page | USDA Loan Process | Posted on January 24, 2020 at 3:59 pm by Sean Stephens
When purchasing a home, you never want to be surprised with out-of-pocket expenses. Remember, even when purchasing with a USDA No Down Payment Loan, you still have to be prepared for other costs to complete the transaction which include Florida Intangible
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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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Can you still qualify for a USDA loan with a Disputed Account on Your Credit Report?
USDA Credit Qualifying | USDA Loans | Posted on December 13, 2019 at 5:51 pm by Sean Stephens
Are there unintended mortgage consequences of disputing an account on your credit report? As per USDA Guidelines under the 3555 Handbook, “Disputed accounts on an applicant’s credit report are not considered in the credit score.” Meaning, the mere presence of
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