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USDA loans offer 0% down and no monthly mortgage insurance, yet most buyers overlook them.

September 1, 2026 No Comments

Non-QM lending is projected to hit $150-180B in 2026. Bank statement loans and DSCR loans

August 25, 2026 No Comments

Home prices rose for the 37th straight month even as rates hit 6.75%. Here is

August 18, 2026 No Comments

With 30-year rates at 6.69%, seller-funded buydowns are the best tool buyers have. Here is

August 11, 2026 No Comments

A new FHA program from Arcasa and AZM offers qualified buyers 3.5% down payment assistance

August 4, 2026 No Comments

The Fed is meeting now. Markets expect a hold, but half the committee wants a

July 28, 2026 No Comments

Maricopa County’s 2026 FHA loan limit is $557,750. See how Arizona buyers use the higher

July 21, 2026 No Comments

June CPI cooled sharply, sparking a bond rally. See what it means for mortgage rates,

July 14, 2026 No Comments

Rate buydowns and 2-1 temporary rate reductions cut payments as 2026 mortgage rates drive builder

July 8, 2026 No Comments

Think bad credit or a recent late payment kills a VA IRRRL? Learn what the

June 30, 2026 No Comments

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