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Homes Requiring No Down Payment

While many if not all “No Down Payment” loans provided by banks and mortgage companies have been discontinued, the federal government still has agencies and housing programs whose mission is to assist moderate income individuals and families to achieve homeownership. Removing the burden of a down payment by providing 100% financing and not requiring a down payment still remains a possible option for potential home buyers; even for those home buyers who are not veterans. The federal government agency partners with approved local lenders to offer 100% financing opportunities to eligible individuals and families. Each year thousands of homeowners purchase homes without a down payment with the assistance of the federal government’s guaranteed mortgages.

Some of the highlights of the government’s 100% mortgage for home buyers who are not veterans include:

  • No Down Payment and eligible closing cost may be able to be included in the loan.
  • Fixed 30 year interest rates.
  • Flexible credit guidelines.
  • These loans are not limited to first time homebuyers.

Three examples of homes in Rhode Island that could be purchased with no down payment include:

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  1. 567 Saugatucket Road, South Kingstown, RI - Sales Price: $199,900
  2. 265 Riverside Street, Portsmouth, RI - Sales Price: $269,900
  3. 1506 Main Road, Tiverton, RI- Sales Price: $319,000

To be eligible for the 100% financing for non-veterans, both the property and home buyer must meet the following criteria:

  • The house being purchased must be within an approved geographical area. Many neighborhoods fall within the required regions.
  • The annual household income must be within 115% of the area’s median income.
  • The home buyer must intend to occupy the home being purchased. Second homes and investment properties are not eligible.

For more information regarding 100% financing, the approved geographical areas, or income limits for a particular area, call 1st Mariner Bank at 877-733-4411.

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