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BEST Mortgage Loans
BEST Loans provide an affordable pathway to homeownership.
Benefits
  • No down payment and flexible requirements for source of down payment.
  • No PMI payment provides additional access.
  • Higher debt ratios make it easier to qualify.
  • 15-year or 30-year, fixed 5-1 ARM, 7-1 ARM.
  • 60 day rate lock.
  • No prepayment penalty.
  • Purchase affordable housing and have the funds to make it your home.

Features
  • Borrow 100% of the purchase price, plus $10,000 for home improvements*.
  • Credit counseling not required (limited exceptions apply).
  • No down payment.
  • No private mortgage insurance.
  • No minimum loan amount. Maximum loan based on income.
  • Not just for first-time home buyers.
  • No maximum income in limits.
  • No origination fees.
  • Free pre-qualifications.
  • No credit score required.
  • Available in designated targeted census tracts.

* Home Improvements using these funds to be made in first 18 months of loan. Funds will be held in an FMMC construction escrow account. Restrictions apply.

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