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Question 1

What is the primary advantage of an FHA loan compared to a conventional loan for first-time homebuyers?

Accepted Answer

Lower minimum credit score and down payment requirements

Answer

FHA loans offer lower minimum credit score requirements (as low as 580 for 3.5% down) and more flexible underwriting, making homeownership accessible to more borrowers.

Question 2

A VA loan is available to eligible veterans and active-duty service members and features which of the following unique benefits?

Accepted Answer

No down payment requirement and no private mortgage insurance

Answer

VA loans offer eligible military borrowers 100% financing (no down payment) and no PMI, significantly reducing upfront and ongoing costs.

Question 3

USDA Rural Development loans are designed for borrowers who:

Accepted Answer

Meet income limits and are purchasing in eligible rural and suburban areas

Answer

USDA Rural Development loans target low-to-moderate income borrowers purchasing homes in USDA-eligible rural and suburban areas, offering 100% financing.

Question 4

What distinguishes a 'jumbo loan' from a conforming loan?

Accepted Answer

Jumbo loans exceed the conforming loan limits set by FHFA

Answer

A jumbo loan exceeds the conforming loan limits established by the FHFA and cannot be purchased by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, requiring different underwriting standards.

Question 5

A 5/1 ARM mortgage means:

Accepted Answer

The rate is fixed for 5 years, then adjusts annually

Answer

A 5/1 ARM has a fixed rate for the initial 5 years, after which the rate adjusts once per year based on an index plus margin.

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Mortgage Loan Originator Mortgage Products and Programs