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VA Loans: Are They Assumable?

January 27, 2023 by Linda White

VA Loans: Are They Assumable?Members of the military, their family members, and veterans have access to a unique mortgage option called a VA loan. This can be a strong option because it provides borrowers with an opportunity to purchase a house for less than 20 percent down. While not everyone is eligible for a VA loan, there are a lot of people who are wondering, are VA loans assumable? There are a few key points to keep in mind.

What Is An Assumable Loan?

An assumable loan means that the buyer is essentially going to take over the mortgage held by the seller. Essentially, this means that the buyer is going to take over the remaining balance of the loan as well as the interest rate attached to that loan. The buyer will have to compensate the seller for any equity the seller has already accumulated. This means either providing the seller with cash for his or her equity or taking out a second mortgage to cover the difference. The biggest advantage of assuming a loan is that you may be able to secure a lower interest rate than you would in the current market. 

Who Can Assume A VA Loan?

The great news is that a VA mortgage loan is assumable. Even though a VA loan is only available to retired service members, active service members, and members of their immediate families, anyone the lender qualifies to take over the loan can assume it. In general, this means that the buyer needs to have a credit score of at least 580 and a debt-to-income ratio of 45 percent. The buyer and seller must also have at least 12 months without any missed payments. Finally, the person assuming the loan must also occupy the property and the buyer must be willing to take over the terms of the original loan.

Should I Assume A VA Loan?

Assuming a VA loan could be right for you because you can access a lower interest rate and potentially save thousands of dollars on closing costs and expenses if you do not have to take out a second mortgage. On the other hand, this also means that you might need to put more money down to compensate the seller for his or her equity. 

 

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Assumable, Real Estate, VA Loans

The Cost Of Building A House

January 26, 2023 by Linda White

The Cost Of Building A HouseAre you in the market for a new house? If so, you might be thinking about building your own house. It can be exciting to go through the process of building a house, as you will be in control of just about everything. On the other hand, how much is it going to cost you to build a house? You need to make sure you have an estimate before you decide to move forward with your project. 

What Is The Actual Cost Of Building A House?

First, it is important to go through the actual itemized list line by line. You will need to purchase land if you are interested in building a house. Then, you need to lay the foundation. The price of all of these options is going to vary depending on your location and the square footage of your foundation overall. 

You will also have to go through the process of framing your house, and you will need to put a roof on your house. Then, you will need to purchase appliances, utilities, and various finishes and fixtures along the way. Remember that you will also have to apply for permits from the city.

What About Financing A New Build?

If you are building your house, you still have the option to take out a mortgage; however, you need to specify when the interest rate on your construction loan is locked in. It will be a process to finish the house, and interest rates could change during the course of the construction. The mortgage company will want to start earning interest as soon as possible, so you will need to negotiate both with the lender and the construction company to ensure you understand the terms.

You will also have to go through the same vetting process as you would for any other mortgage. You need to make sure you have favorable credit, enough income to cover your housing payments, a low debt-to-income ratio, and a sizable down payment. If you are interested in building your house, you will probably be required to put 20 percent down, but if you are willing to put more money down, you may be able to qualify for a lower interest rate. 

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Construction, New Home, Real Estate

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