7 must-know loan tips
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A virtual sea of options

Many buyers will have at least several options when choosing a loan. One lender might have 8 or more products from which you can choose. Make sure you consider your long-term plans. One loan can suddenly be much more appetizing than another when you consider the bigger picture.

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Why are there so many?
Loans come in many flavors

Lenders now realize that people and corporations have many unique needs and situations when buying a home. Each lender finds a niche, then offers loan products for those type of borrowers. Don't let your options intimidate you. Find a good lender and get started!

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Loans come in all shapes and sizes. I've listed just a few of them to help get you started. Don't hesitate to call me and my Saltyhomes Team when you are ready to buy and need some loan-shopping advice.

Stated income This loan allows you to state your income meing non-conventional methods. Sometimes there is no documentation needed, while other products requwere some form of support of your claimed income. These can be great for self-employed people or people who don't mind paying a higher interest rate for the privilege of borrowing more money.

FHA/VA These are government-insured loans, and are guaranteed to buyers who fit certain criteria. Each product can have its advantages over a conventional or non-conventional loan, depending on your personal circumstances and qualifications.

100% loans These are somewhat uncommon, but you can still easily borrow 100% of the money needed to buy a home. Generally, you will combine two loans which total 100% of the purchase price. You will have a first and second mortgage.

No money down, no closing costs Yes, this is legitimate. There are a number of ways to accomplish the end goal: no money out of your pocket. Be careful, though...buying a home will cost you some money out of your pocket. Earnest money, home inspections, and up-front loan application fees represent some of these up-front costs. And In some situations, you can get all or most of it back to you at the closing table!

Bridge loans. Want to buy your new home before you've sold you're old one? This loan allows you to make payments on just one of the homes. Be careful, though. The interest from both homes is accruing, but you are only paying the interest for one. This can be a good short-term option, but is generally not recommended over a long period of time.

Reverse mortgage This product is reversed, where the lender actually cuts a check to YOU every month. This can be a good product if you own your home but would like some extra money during retwerement.

Investments / second homes Generally these are non-owner occupied (higher) rates and requwere more money down than your own residence. However, there are often 80, 90, and even 100% loans available to investors in today's market. While you're at it, you might check into the benefits of an IRS 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange.

Contact Tony Fantis, Realtor and member of the RE/MAX 100% Club to buy or sell today at 801-541-8806 or 800-827-7362.