Real Estate Lake of the Ozarks

As a first time homebuyer,  buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks  is a very exciting time. It can also be a very stressful time - especially when you're trying to figure out your financing options. For those who don't have the best credit or a lot of money saved back to put toward a down payment, buying a home can seem impossible. Fortunately, there are several programs available to first time buyers that provide them with  great mortgage opportunities . This week, we'll look at 8 common lender programs that help first time homebuyers get into their first home: 1. FHA loan Best for: Buyers with low credit and smaller down payments Insured by the Federal Housing Administration, FHA loans typically come with smaller down payments and lower credit score requirements than most conventional loans. First-time homebuyers can buy a home with a minimum credit score of 580 and as little as 3.5 percent down or a credit score of 500 to 579 with at least 10 percent down. Unfortunat...

When it comes time to buy a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , there is a lot that you will need to think about. There is more to buying a home than finding the home with your desired square footage and location. One of the biggest factors in the home buying process is your mortgage. Most people can't afford to buy a home outright so we rely on financing to allow us to buy a home. It's easy to become overwhelmed when it comes time to take out a mortgage and that's why the Fran Campbell Team has put together a list of questions to ask your lender before signing the papers. 1. What is the Interest Rate? The first thing you should ask your lender for is a direct interest rate quote, as well as the corresponding annual percentage rate for the loan. The interest rate, along with your mortgage balance and loan term will determine your real monthly payment. A loan with a smaller balance or lower interest rate will make for smaller monthly payments. If you're not sure abo...

As a first time homebuyer, buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks is a very exciting time. It can also be a very stressful time - especially when you're trying to figure out your financing options. For those who don't have the best credit or a lot of money saved back to put toward a down payment, buying a home can seem impossible. Fortunately, there are several programs available to first time buyers that provide them with great mortgage opportunities . This week, we'll look at 6 common lender programs that help first time homebuyers get into their first home: 1. FHA loan In an FHA loan, the Federal Housing Administration, an agency within the U.S. Dept of Housing and Urban Development, insures the mortgage. The FHA’s backing offers lenders a layer of protection, meaning that your lender won’t experience a loss if you default on the mortgage. FHA loans typically come with competitive interest rates, smaller down payments and lower closing costs than conventional l...