FHA vs Conventional Low Down Payment Mortgages for Home Buyers

It is a very competitive market for home buyers in the greater Seattle area. I’m finding that many of my clients who are using FHA for financing are not feeling the love from home sellers. It’s not unusual for home sellers, or more likely their Listing Agent, to steer away from FHA offers when a conventional offer is in hand. [Read more…]

How to Buy a Home with your Roommate

Fannie Mae’s HomeReady mortgage allows a home buyer to qualify using “boarder income”.  What does this mean? Remember our favorite roommates Laverne and Shirley?

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Fannie Mae increases income limits for HomeReady

iStock_000009450603SmallFannie Mae will be increasing the income limits for HomeReady effective July 16, 2016 making it easier for more people to qualify for this mortgage program. [Read more…]

Fannie Mae’s HomeReady Mortgage for Refi’s

Fannie Mae’s HomeReady Mortgage program offers low down payment, reduced mortgage insurance and no price adjustments (LLPA) translates to lower mortgage interest rates…AND is not just for home buyers. Fannie Mae’s HomeReady mortgage program is also available for home owners interested in refinancing. [Read more…]

Fannie Mae’s HomeReady Mortgage

Fannie Mae Homeready Mortgage WA StateFannie Mae HomeReady Mortgage Program in Washington State

The Fannie Mae HomeReady mortgage is a popular low-down-payment home loan designed to help first-time and repeat homebuyers in Washington State achieve homeownership with more flexibility than many traditional mortgage programs.

With just 3% down, reduced mortgage insurance, and flexible income guidelines, HomeReady can be an excellent option for buyers in the Seattle area, King County, and throughout Washington — especially when layered with eligible down payment assistance programs.

Update: This article reflects current HomeReady mortgage guidelines for 2026. Loan limits, income caps, and program details are subject to change — always verify eligibility before applying.

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