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What is the difference between a conventional loan and an FHA loan? The most popular type of mortgage is the 30-year fixed-rate loan. It gives homebuyers three full decades to pay it off, resulting in smaller payments over a more extended period. A 30-year fixed-rate loan is a conventional loan. It offers flexibility …
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What is the benefit of down payment assistance? DPA is one of the best tools homeowners have in today's market to make homeownership more affordable for New Hampshire residents. These programs provide a possible solution to help homebuyers who need financial support. With a shortage of affordable housing across the …
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What is mortgage insurance? Mortgage insurance, or MI, gives eligible New Hampshire homebuyers the flexibility of making a smaller down payment by lowering the risk to the lender originating the loan. Without mortgage insurance protection, lenders normally require a borrower to make a down payment of at least 20% of …
Know before you sign! Definitions The best way to understand the differences is first to understand what each loan is all about. Let's start by defining both options: A fixed-rate mortgage is a home loan with an unchanging interest rate for the entire loan duration. An adjustable-rate mortgage is also called an ARM. …
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What is the difference between a HELOC and a second mortgage? Many mortgage industry terms are confusing to consumers. Multiple names often describe the same loan product or mortgage program. A second mortgage is one of those terms. A second mortgage is a loan you take out using your house as collateral while you …
What is Down Payment Assistance? Of the many steps to homeownership, the one that is often the most difficult for credit-worthy first-time homebuyers is coming up with funds for a down payment and closing costs. For example, borrowers with high student loan payments or low to middle income may not have extra cash to …
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