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How One Maryland Veteran Purchased A Home With A VA Loan

On October 14, 2011, in VA Loans, by Paul Defngin

Veteran purchased a home with a VA loan using very little money.

Requirements and Eligibility for Maryland VA Loans

On August 14, 2011, in VA Loans, by Paul Defngin

Many Maryland veterans have an advantage of financing their home using a VA Loan.  But, what exactly are the requirements and eligibility for this great loan program in today’s lending environment? For starters, most military veterans in Maryland are eligible.  There are exceptions.  A veteran who was dishonorably discharged is not eligible.  Maryland Veterans with [...]

VA Mortgage Loan Is The Preferred Loan for Maryland Veterans…

On April 18, 2011, in Home Buying Process, Mortgage Programs, Tips And Advice, VA Loans, by Paul Defngin

Maryland veterans prefers a A VA (Veterans Administration) guaranteed home loan over other loans.  Why? For active, non-active, Reserve, National Guard, and retired military of the armed forces this loan is a great option because there is no down payment needed and no private monthly mortgage insurance required. VA mortgage loans can be used towards [...]

Avoid Costly Mistakes And Work With A Local FHA Reputable Lender

On September 1, 2009, in Tips And Advice, by Paul Defngin

If you want to avoid costly mistakes, work with a local FHA reputable lender. Today, I received a call from a mother and she was in panic mode. She explained that she was helping her daughter-a first time home buyer purchase a condo in Bethesda, MD. They were pre-approved by an out of State lender [...]

Purchase and Rehab a Foreclosure in Maryland with a 203-K Loan

On July 22, 2009, in Tips And Advice, by Paul Defngin

If you are purchasing a foreclosure in Maryland, and plan to do rehabilitation then your best bet is to get an FHA 203-k loan.  For many, buying a foreclosured property can present certain challenges: Challenges: Sale is “As Is”  Seller Not Willing to Fix or provide Needed Repairs Standard FHA Financing Not Available Buyer’s Concerns About [...]

Frederick County-100% Financing Available!

On July 16, 2009, in Mortgage Programs, Tips And Advice, by Paul Defngin

You can buy a home in Frederick County with 100% financing.  Certain parts of Frederick is considered rural, and one of the best loan program available that will allow a buyer to finance 100% is the USDA loan. Over the weekend, I sat down with my sister and brother-in-law to discuss their interests in purchasing [...]

Maryland FHA Steamline Refinance

On June 8, 2009, in Tips And Advice, by Paul Defngin

Maryland FHA streamline refinance is probably the best loan option for homeowners with little to zero equity in their home , and minimal to no credit scores. In our area, due to the continuing decline in property value, FHA streamline refinance without an appraisal gives you the best option to lower your interest rate and [...]

Montgomery County, MD FHA Loan Limit for 2009

On January 21, 2009, in Tips And Advice, by Paul Defngin

2009 FHA loan limits for Montgomery County, MD is currently at $625,500.  Buyers who have limited downpayment only need to have a minimum of  3.50%  for the downpayment.  FHA’s required small downpayment as opposed to 10-15% for a conventional loan makes it relatively easier for a buyer to finance a home in Montgomery County.  Each counties in [...]