FHA Insurance on Loans to Increase in April 2011

FHA to Increase Mortgage Insurance Rates: If you are a first time homebuyer this is important news for you. FHA loans that originate after April 18th of this year are going to have higher mortgage insurance rates. The rate will increase by $250.00 for every $100,000. that you borrow. For first time buyers this increase can be significant so if you are on the fence and want to buy now is a good time if you are a first time homebuyer. Aloha, Gina

First Time Home Buyer Alert

FIRST TIME HOME BUYER ALERT:

For first time home buyers and buyers who haven't owned a home in over the last 3 years one of the best times to finally achieve home ownership in today's market has arrived. The details have been ironed out and the government is offering up to an 8k tax credit if you purchase a home prior to the end of this year. Couple that with the low interest rates, FHA 3.5% down financing and prices that are starting to make a lot more sense and you have a winning combination for purchasing your home today.

For more details please visit the official government's site at: http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=204671,00.html?portlet7

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Aloha, Gina