• Understanding VA Loans: A Powerful Path to Homeownership for Veterans

    Understanding VA Loans: A Powerful Path to Homeownership for Veterans,Billee Silva, PA, ABR SRS

    For many military service members, veterans, and their families, VA loans are one of the most valuable benefits of serving our country. Backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, this loan program helps qualified buyers purchase a home with no down payment, competitive interest rates, and no

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  • What’s Included in a Monthly Mortgage Payment?

    What’s Included in a Monthly Mortgage Payment?,Billee Silva, PA, ABR SRS

    If you’re thinking about buying a home, one of the first questions that probably comes to mind is, “What exactly does my monthly mortgage payment include?” It’s a great question, and one every smart buyer should understand before making an offer. Most people assume their mortgage payment only covers

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  • 7 Common FHA Loan Myths That Could Be Costing You Your Dream Home

    7 Common FHA Loan Myths That Could Be Costing You Your Dream Home,Billee Silva, PA, ABR SRS

    If you’re thinking about buying a home and have heard about FHA loans, chances are you’ve also heard a few myths along the way. FHA loans are a popular choice for first-time buyers and those who may not have perfect credit, but they’re also surrounded by a lot of outdated or flat-out false informati

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  • Why Mortgage Rates Ticked Higher Even Though the Fed Just Cut Rates

    Why Mortgage Rates Ticked Higher Even Though the Fed Just Cut Rates,Billee Silva, PA, ABR SRS

    Even though the Federal Reserve just cut its benchmark interest rate (a welcome move for some), mortgage rates in Fort Myers/Cape Coral are stubbornly holding up, or even creeping higher. It feels counterintuitive. Here’s a breakdown of why, what the numbers look like locally, and what you should do

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