There are a number of different types of home loans available to you, and it can pay to familiarize yourself with them. Luckily we're here to help you choose the best type of home loan for your needs.
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The most common type of loan option, the traditional fixed-rate mortgage includes monthly principal and interest payments which never change during the loan's lifetime.
Adjustable-rate mortgages include interest payments which shift during the loan's term, depending on current market conditions. Typically, these loans carry a fixed-i...
Interest only mortgages are home loans in which borrowers make monthly payments solely toward the interest accruing on the loan, rather than the principle, for a specif...
Graduated Payment Mortgages are loans in which mortgage payments increase annually for a predetermined period of time (e.g. five or ten years) and...
If you're looking to buy a home in a rural or suburban area with no down payment and minimal investment, you might consider the USDA Rural Development Loan.
FHA home loans are mortgages which are insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), allowing borrowers to get low mortgage rates with a minimal down payment.
VA loans are mortgages guaranteed by the Department of Veteran Affairs. These loans offer military veterans exceptional benefits, including low interest rates and no ...
A jumbo loan is a mortgage used to finance properties that are too expensive for a conventional conforming loan. The maximum amount for a conforming loan is $766,550 in...
Individual tax identification number loans are for borrowers who do not have social security numbers. Borrowers with ITIN issued by the IRS can qualify for a mortgage as long as they meet the eligibility requirements.
Foreign National loan programs are for borrowers that have a primary residence outside of the US but travel legally to the US for work or pleasure. The program is only offered for second homes and/or investment loans.
A home equity line of credit is a 2nd loan against the available equity in your home and the house is used as collateral for the line of credit. As you repay your outstanding balance, the amount of available credit is replenished. Like a credit card.
A stand-alone second mortgage is a loan that is "not" taken out at the same time as your original loan. It is a second lien for a fixed term and is generally a fully amortized payment.