Can You Use Down Payment Assistance on a VA Loan?
VA loans don't require a down payment. So can eligible buyers use down payment assistance?
April 1, 2024 5 min read
10 Most Affordable Housing Markets in Michigan
Michigan is one of the most affordable states in the U.S. with many cities offering homes under $200,000. Not bad, considering the median home price in the U.S. now exceeds $417,000.
March 31, 2024 5 min read
Why Are Down Payment Assistance Loan Rates High?
You may have noticed that mortgages involving down payment assistance have higher rates than standard mortgages. What's going on?
March 29, 2024 5 min read
Using a HELOC for a Vacation Property Down Payment
Homeowners can use their primary home equity to fund a vacation property purchase. Is this a good idea?
March 29, 2024 6 min read
Down Payment Assistance for Teachers, Police, Firefighters & Veterans
There’s no way to fully repay public service professionals. But homebuying assistance programs make a dent in the debt owed to them.
March 28, 2024 5 min read
7 Places to Find Down Payment Assistance (With Examples)
One of the most confusing parts of down payment assistance (DPA) is where to find programs. 7 places to look.
March 27, 2024 6 min read
10 Most Affordable Housing Markets in Illinois
While Chicago suburbs like Naperville and Glenview home prices can easily exceed $600,000, one city in the state offers homes at about one-tenth that price.
March 27, 2024 5 min read
100% LTV HELOCs: Where To Find Them and How To Qualify
Surprisingly, many banks and credit unions still offer HELOCs up to 100% of your home's value. Where to find programs.
June 3, 2025 8 min read