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Flood zone status is address-specific, so two homes on the same street can have different requirements.
Ask your insurance agent for an elevation certificate quote early; it can significantly change the premium on some properties.
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Conventional Loans
A conventional loan is a mortgage not insured by the government that follows Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac guidelines.
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Home loanFHA Loans
An FHA loan is a government-insured mortgage that allows 3.5% down with a credit score of 580 or higher, or 10% down with a score from 500 to 579.
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More answers
- Is there such a thing as a free mortgage?
- Can you get an interest-free mortgage?
- What is a no-closing-cost mortgage?
- What is the difference between lender-paid and borrower-paid compensation?
- What does “lender-backed” mean on a mortgage?
- Mortgage broker or bank: which is better?
- How is DSCR calculated for a mortgage?
- What DSCR ratio do I need to qualify?