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There is no limit to the number of times you can refinance. However, you must qualify every time you apply and there will be costs associated with closing the loan each time.
Yes! There are a number of bond programs that offer low or no down payment financing options.
The key to choosing the right mortgage is to understand the range of options and features available to you, as well as your budget, circumstances, and goals. Our licensed mortgage professionals are here to help you navigate that process. The more you know, the more comfortable and confident you will be choosing the best option for you and your family.
The Truth in Lending Act (TILA) does not permit a lender to close a loan until at least seven (7) business days have passed from the date your application was received. A typical home loan takes 30 days, as a number of third-party services such as appraisals, title work, and credit are required in conjunction with the mortgage process. Once you familiarize your Loan Officer with the details of your specific loan scenario, they will be able to provide you with a more specific timeline.
The only way to find out is to speak with a qualified mortgage professional. Our Loan Officers have helped numerous clients who didn’t know if they could qualify to become home owners. We take the time to understand your financial situation and long-term financial goals, and then match you with the loan program that best fits your needs. Your approval for a loan may also largely depend on the price of the home you are financing. Getting pre-qualified prior to beginning your home search can give you an idea of what you may be able to afford.
Homeowners typically refinance to save money, either by obtaining a lower interest rate or by reducing the term of their loan. Refinancing is also a way to convert an adjustable loan to a fixed loan or to consolidate debts.
This question does not have a simple, one-size-fits-all answer. The exact amount will depend on the price of the home you buy as well the type of mortgage financing you choose. Depending on your loan program, your down payment could be as much as 20% of the home’s price or as little as 3%, while some loans require no down payment at all.
You may still qualify for a home loan even if you have experienced a bankruptcy. The best way to find out if you qualify is to talk with a Loan Officer to discuss your options. Be sure to bring all paperwork regarding your bankruptcy so your Loan Officer can find the program that best fits your situation.
Interest rates fluctuate all day, every day. If an interest rate is good, it may be in your best interest to lock now. If you wait, you run the risk of an increase in rates later. If you are concerned that rates may go down after you lock, contact your Loan Officer to discuss your options. Some programs allow you to lock for an extended period and choose to lower your rate should a better one become available.

The Change That Gives Buyers With Lower Credit Scores a New Option They Did Not Have Before
Kendra LaManna at New American Funding just pre-approved a client with a 575 credit score on a conventional loan. That is not a typo and it is not a special exception. It is the result of a meaningful change in how Fannie Mae evaluates borrowers and it opens doors for buyers who have been told their options were limited to FHA.
What Fannie Mae Actually Changed
Fannie Mae has removed the traditional minimum credit score requirement that previously restricted conventional loan access for buyers with scores below 620. Instead of relying on the credit score as a hard cutoff the evaluation now looks at the full financial picture. Income stability. Credit history. Payment history. The complete profile of how a borrower has managed their financial obligations rather than a single number as a barrier to entry.
For buyers who have a 620 credit score or lower this change is significant. Where the previous answer was you have to use FHA the answer now may be you have options including conventional financing depending on the rest of your financial picture.
Why This Matters Beyond Just Getting Approved
The practical impact goes beyond qualification. Conventional financing opens doors that FHA financing does not always provide. For buyers making offers in competitive situations a conventional pre-approval can carry more weight with sellers than an FHA one. Certain property types that are difficult or impossible to finance with FHA become accessible under conventional guidelines. And the mortgage insurance structure under conventional loans works differently than FHA mortgage insurance in ways that can benefit some borrowers over the long term.
Buyers who were previously steered exclusively toward FHA because of their credit score now have a genuine alternative to evaluate based on their complete financial situation rather than a single data point.
What This Means for Real Estate Agents
Your buyers are no longer automatically restricted to FHA financing because of a credit score below 620. A buyer you might have assumed was an FHA-only borrower may now qualify for conventional financing and that difference could help them win deals they might not have won before. The pre-approval conversation has changed and it is worth revisiting assumptions that were accurate under the old guidelines.
What to Do Right Now
If you are thinking about buying and have been concerned about your options because of your credit score reach out to Kendra LaManna directly. She will look at the full financial picture and determine what programs you may now qualify for under the updated guidelines.
Kendra LaManna is with New American Funding NMLS 1496814. You find the home and she will find the loan. Call or text 585-329-1491 or email [email protected].
Sources
FannieMae.com
ConsumerFinancialProtectionBureau.gov
MortgageNewsDaily.com
NationalMortgageProfessional.com
Investopedia.com
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