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For First-Time Homebuyers

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Congratulations!

This is a very exciting time if you’re thinking about buying your first home. Even though the process can be daunting, it has never been easier. Because of the recent market decline, your money will take you a lot further than it would have 3 years ago. To make matters even better, there are more loan, closing cost, and down payment assistance programs tailored specifically to first time homebuyers than ever before. By mixing together the right loan cocktail, it may be possible to get into your first home without any out-of-pocket expenses.

Your Loan Cocktail

How is it possible to buy your first home without any costs? It’s my job as a loan officer to mix you up the best loan-cocktail available and make sure your offer to purchase is tailored to your specific needs. As a first time buyer, here is what you may qualify for:
· 95 – 100% financing.
· Competitive interest rates.
· Seller paid closing costs.
· Special closing cost and down payment assistance loan programs .
· A special tax credit worth hundreds of dollars every month.

Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance

There are hundreds of down payment and closing cost assistance programs available to help you afford your first purchase. Each program has very specific requirements and limited funding, so careful planning and perfect timing are essential. Depending on the city where you're buying, your income level, your family size, and the type of primary financing you receive, you may be eligible to receive up to 50% of the purchase price for your down payment and have all your closing costs taken care of.

Mortgage Credit Certificate

The Mortgage Credit Certificate is the most valuable product available to first-time-homebuyers. It is a special tax credit that can help you add hundreds of dollars to your monthly paycheck. The Mortgage Credit Certificate is essentially free money, and it is only available to you once.

Services Available

There are numerous services available to first-time-homebuyers through this website. I offer one hour Comprehensive Classes on both the Buying Process and the Lending Process. Also, if you would like a quick estimate of how much you can afford, I offer 5-minute Rapid Pre-Qualifications. Finally, if you think you are not quite ready to buy but want information on what you need to be doing to prepare for your first purchase, I offer individual Pre-Purchase Counseling. If you would like to take advantage of any of these services, please complete the information request form below.

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Pat Champion
John Roberts Realty - Eustis, FL
Call the "CHAMPION" for all your real estate needs

Excellent post and information-thanks for sharing this valuable information.

Dec 30, 2008 06:09 AM
Sergio Rebollo Jr.
Real Estate TeamMates - Miami, FL

Chris....Welcome to ActiveRain.  This is a great community to network with others as well a great place to learn from other's experiences and knowledge.  I've enjoyed it; I hope you enjoy it as well.

Sergio Rebollo Jr.
Exit Prime Realty
Coral Gables, FL  33134
305-582-4062

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Dec 30, 2008 11:35 AM
Keith Elliott Jr
KEIRE Realty Group - Manassas, VA
Principal Broker/Owner

Hello Chris,

Welcome to Active Rain and congrats on your first post! The opportunities to learn and network are incredible here. Best of luck to you!

-Keith

Dec 30, 2008 02:03 PM
Everard Korthals
---Preferred Lifestyle Advisors--- - Lancaster, PA
Mountain Realty

Welcome to Active Rain. This is a great place to learn and share with others. IF ever you were to have any questions then feel free to contact us and we'll try to help. Please take a look at our blog for links to valuable information in our sidebar that you can use to navigate this extensive network. Subscribing to our blog is also a great way to read our blog straight from your home pages. We also suggest taking a look at the Active Rain Wikipedia group for resources that may be valuable to you. We hope you have a great day in the Rain! All The Best-

Sincerely, Active Castellum ( Castellum Realty llc - Lancaster PA Real Estate )

Dec 30, 2008 11:22 PM
Sasha Miletic - Windsor Real Estate
RE/MAX Preferred Realty Ltd. - Windsor, ON

Hi Chris, Welcome to AR, Be a Blogholic and start writing your own blog soon on AR. All the best for your RE business. This is the right place for customers, friends, realtionships etc.

Best - Sash

Dec 31, 2008 12:15 AM
Vicente A. Martinez
Prudential Douglas Elliman Licensed Real Estate Salesperson - Woodhaven, NY
Realtor, Brooklyn - Long Island - Queens Homes

Hi Chris and welcome to active|rain.

You're absolute right in congratulating anyone in your area looking to purchase a property from you in todays market.  

There are thousands of tips, tools, and tricks of the trade here. Be sure to check them out. Best of luck and see you around.

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Dec 31, 2008 09:27 AM
Dan Magstadt
Paramount Residential Mortgage Group, Inc - Lake City, FL

Congrats on your first post - Welcome to ActiveRain!!

DM

Dec 31, 2008 02:36 PM