Mortgage Information
From researching neighborhoods all the way to closing, I can guide you every step of the way — and that includes sharing tips on things to consider as you shop for the right mortgage loan.
Mortgage Information for St. Louis Area Home Buyers
Your home is a significant investment and your mortgage should align to the needs of your family for the years to come. We highlight a few ideas to consider as you shop for the best loan for your needs. Keep in mind, these are just suggestions and speaking with a mortgage professional is imperative to get a clear picture of mortgage loan options, down payments and more.
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Types of Mortgages
Here are a few of the most often-used mortgage products that help people purcahse homes in the St. Louis area. Be sure to discuss your options with a qualified mortgage lender.
Conventional
Conventional loans are the most popular mortgage product that are used to purchase a home. Conventional loans can be fixed-rate or adjustable-rate and they're insured with private mortgage insurance (PMI) that is factored into the monthly mortgage payment. You can request removal of PMI from your loan once you reach 20% equity.
Conventional Loan InfoFHA
FHA loans are mortgages that are insured by the federal government. FHA loans allow buyers to purchase homes with as little as 3.5% down. However, the buyer pays Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP) that never goes away.
FHA Loan InfoVA Loan
A VA Loan is guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs that provides eligible past and current members of our armed forces to purchase homes with as little as $0 down.
VA Loan Info GuideUSDA Loan
A USDA loan is a $0 down mortgage option that is insured by the United States Department of Agriculture. The goal of the USDA Loan is to facilitate home ownership in rural communities. The catch is that USDA home loans are only available to buyers in certain geographical locations.
USDA Loan Info