Can you Buy, Fix Up, and Refinance a Home to Remove Conventional PMI?
While it might be difficult, it is possible to raise a property's value enough to refinance out of mortgage insurance.
September 7, 2023 5 min read
8 Surprising Conventional Loan Drawbacks You Might Not Know About
Most homebuyers think of conventional loans as the gold standard in lending. Here's when they're not.
December 30, 2024 6 min read
The Truth About 5% Down Conventional Loans
Buyers haven't needed 20% down for decades, but the myth persists. All about the 5% down conventional loan.
December 30, 2024 6 min read
Can I Get a $1 Million Conventional Loan?
There are 114 areas in the U.S. where the conventional Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac 1-unit loan limit is over $1 million.
December 18, 2024 8 min read
All About The 2023 Fannie Mae First-Time Homebuyer LLPA Waiver
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac cut fees and rates for moderate-income first-time buyers. Here are the details.
June 3, 2025 5 min read
Can I Get a Conventional Loan as a Non-U.S. Citizen?
With permanent or non-permanent lawful U.S. residency, your mortgage process will be similar to that of a citizen.
December 30, 2024 7 min read
How To Use A Community Second for Your Home Down Payment
Community Seconds can cover your entire conventional down payment and closing costs. Where to find these loans.
August 25, 2023 7 min read
Should I Choose Conventional Over FHA To Make My Offer Stronger?
Some sellers refuse to accept an FHA offer. What to do if you've been rejected too many times.
August 23, 2023 4 min read