Thursday, May 26, 2011

Down Payment Assistance Is Not Dead!

Down Payment Assistance Is Not Dead!

Many first-time homebuyers, who would otherwise qualify for a mortgage, lack the funds to cover the down payment and closing costs necessary to purchase a home. In fact, this is the largest barrier to becoming a homeowner.

Some people are fortunate enough to be able to get a gift for the down payment from a parent or other relative. But, with the recent economic down turn fewer people have money to give. And, with the seller-assisted down payment assistance programs being banned a couple years ago many first-time homebuyers have had to sit on the sidelines and wait to afford a new home.

Down Payment Assistance is Alive and Well!
At Envoy Mortgage, we offer a program that will assist these first-time home buyers purchase their new home -- and maybe help the housing market turn around. Here are some of the features of the program:
• Up to $6,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance
• Up to 100% financing available
• Fixed rate with terms up to 30 years
• Available with FHA or conventional loan programs
• Reduced mortgage insurance for conventional loans
• Available to first time home buyers, veterans or spouses of veterans (In certain, targeted areas, these restrictions do not apply – contact me for more information)
• Below-market interest rates
• Up to 45% debt-to-income ratios

With this program, we have been able to help first-time homebuyers make the leap into homeownership. Call me today for more information on this program.

Yet another reason to choose me and Envoy Mortgage for all your financing needs!

No comments: