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what is an FHA loan?
FHA loans are insured by the Federal Housing Administration, which allows lenders to offer mortgage financing to more homebuyers — ones who may not meet the qualifications of conventional loan programs. Because the governme
August 10, 2026
Learn how student loans affect mortgage approval, what lenders look for, and practical steps you can take to improve your chances of buying a home.
Many down payment assistance (DPA) programs are offered on a state-by-state basis. However, the National Homebuyers Fund and Chenoa Fund DPA programs can be used with FHA loans nearly nationwide.
These programs offers up to 5% in assistance. FHA only
February 02, 2024
Waterstone Mortgage offers a variety of loan options for those with no credit history.
what is a conventional loan?
Conventional loans are often referred to as “conforming loans” because they meet the guidelines set by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. The most notable guideline is that the maximum loan amount for a single-unit p
what is the wealth building loan?
With no down payment required and the opportunity to build equity quickly, the Wealth Building Loan is a winning option for many homebuyers.
The Wealth Building Loan was designed with savvy homebuyers in mind –
what is the community experts loan program?
Simply put, Community Experts is a no-down-payment loan program available exclusively for those who serve as experts on their subject matter for our communities.
As one of these experts, we realize the time
what is the community heroes loan program?
You serve our communities. Let us help serve you!
Community Heroes is a low-down-payment conventional loan program tailored specifically for, well, community heroes. This includes:
Nurses
CNAs
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achieving your dream of homeownership is possible
The Home Possible® loan program is a conventional mortgage designed to bring homeownership within reach to more families and individuals. This means you! Tailored specifically to low- and moderate
what is HomeOne®?
HomeOne®, offered by Freddie Mac, is a conventional conforming mortgage program designed to provide a low-down payment option for borrowers, with no specific income or geographic restrictions.
accessible home loan financing with HomeReady®
Designed to make home loan financing more accessible, the HomeReady® mortgage loan program provides eligible homebuyers with a variety of ways to achieve their homeownership goals.
mortgage loans for veterans and active-duty military
At Waterstone Mortgage, we proudly support those who serve our nation. That’s why we offer Veterans Affairs (VA) loans — a special mortgage program designed exclusively for U.S. militar
what is a USDA loan?
A USDA Guaranteed Rural Housing Loan is a fixed-rate mortgage backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. These loans were long thought of as just for farmers, but the program has been expanded in recent years to help families
August 20, 2020
Homeowners insurance protects you and your home in the event of an accident.
October 19, 2024
Private mortgage insurance is often required for conventional mortgage loans with less than 20% down.
August 02, 2024
Private mortgage insurance is sometimes needed to secure a mortgage; here’s how you can eventually phase it out of your monthly payment.
November 26, 2024
If you’ve ever been in the market for a new home, you might have heard terms like “conforming limit” or “jumbo loan” thrown around. This might seem like just another regulation or a hoop you have to jump through, but it&
Jennifer George is Waterstone Mortgage's VP – Investor Relations and Credit Policy.
July 13, 2021
Your DTI ratio compares your monthly debts from bills against your gross monthly income to see how your money is balanced.
jumbo loans at Waterstone Mortgage
At Waterstone Mortgage, our jumbo home loans make it easier than ever for homebuyers to purchase homes above the conventional conforming loan limit.
With flexible options, program expertise, and superior service, we
October 14, 2021
Homeowners insurance protects your home, while private mortgage insurance (PMI) protects your mortgage lender from the effects of loan default.
July 30, 2024
Several financial categories have an impact your credit score, which is one of the factors that lenders consider when deciding if you’re eligible for a mortgage.
November 25, 2025
The FHFA’s updated 2026 conforming loan limit could expand buying power for many homebuyers.
January 23, 2025
If you’re planning to buy a home soon, decreasing your DTI ratio could open up a wider range of mortgage opportunities for you.
As a medical professional, you work hard to keep our community healthy and safe — and that deserves a big “thank you.”
Our Medical Professional Program helps eligible healthcare professionals achieve homeownership with up to 100% fi
August 27, 2024
Here’s what lenders look for when deciding if you qualify for a mortgage.
February 16, 2024
Top tips for increasing your credit score.
September 17, 2024
Here are the types of funds you can (and can’t) use for an initial deposit for your home purchase.
