Do USDA Loans require an Earnest Money Deposit?
USDA Loan Process | USDA Loans | Posted on September 10, 2021 at 4:22 pm by Sean Stephens
Do USDA Loans require an Earnest Money Deposit? 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
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Is there an acreage limit on USDA Rural Home Loans?
Front Page | USDA Loans | USDA Property Eligibility | Posted on June 25, 2021 at 9:54 am by Sean Stephens
Do USDA Loans have acreage limits? Acreage questions and USDA loans seem to go hand in hand. This also happens to be one of the most common questions that we receive. In today’s video I will explain the details and
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What are THREE ways to Expand Housing Inventory with a USDA loan?
Front Page | New Construction | Realtor Tips | USDA Approved Lender Benefits | USDA Construction Loans | Posted on June 11, 2021 at 6:39 pm by Sean Stephens
If you’re looking for ways to expand the current available real estate inventory, a USDA home loan can be a solution. The USDA loan program can be used for existing properties, home repairs, as well as for new construction. In
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What are USDA credit requirements for those with little or no credit history?
Front Page | USDA Credit Qualifying | USDA Loans | Posted on April 23, 2021 at 2:55 pm by Sean Stephens
It is possible to qualify for a USDA loan with little or no credit history? When a homebuyer does not have an established credit history, USDA qualifications allow the ability to utilize non-traditional credit accounts. In today’s video, I’ll discuss
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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 26, 2021 at 10:00 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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How soon can you qualify for a USDA loan after Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
USDA Credit Qualifying | USDA Loans | Posted on February 26, 2021 at 10:00 pm by Sean Stephens
Per the administrative office of the U.S. Courts, there were 659,881 non-business bankruptcies filed for the 12 month period ending June 2020. With that being said, many of those cases may not have been due to financial mismanagement, but instead
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Can You Qualify for a USDA Loan after Short Sale?
USDA Credit Qualifying | USDA Loans | Posted on February 12, 2021 at 10:00 pm by Sean Stephens
With the many short sales that were finalized in recent years, prospective buyers are now looking to re-qualify to purchase a home. Updated guidelines specifically address how to qualify for a USDA loan after a short sale, and today’s video
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Here’s what to do if your USDA Loan is Denied
USDA Loan Process | USDA Loans | Posted on February 5, 2021 at 10:00 pm by Sean Stephens
What happens if a USDA loan is denied after the contract is signed? Well, before your blood pressure starts to rise, remember that there are multiple ways a USDA loan can be approved. In today’s short video, we’ll discuss the
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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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