{"id":25749,"date":"2018-05-15T17:16:09","date_gmt":"2018-05-15T17:16:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/themediabeast.com\/resources\/?p=25749"},"modified":"2018-05-16T23:44:25","modified_gmt":"2018-05-16T23:44:25","slug":"first-time-homebuyer-fha-great-option-beryl-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themediabeast.com\/resources\/first-time-homebuyer-fha-great-option-beryl-1\/","title":{"rendered":"First-time Homebuyer? FHA is a Great Option (Beryl-1)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There are few things in life as exciting \u2013 and nerve-wracking \u2013 as buying your first home. This is almost certainly the largest purchase you have ever made, and there is a bit of a learning curve to understand the process before you can close a deal and take possession of the keys. As you get started thinking about your financing options, FHA loans are a great way to go. And, if you do wind up going with an FHA loan, Beryl would be happy to provide you with an FHA home inspection.<br \/>\nLower Bar to Clear<br \/>\nAs a newcomer to the world of trying to qualify for a mortgage, you may be surprised to learn just how difficult it can be to secure financing. Banks have rather strict requirements for borrowers, and it can be hard to meet those thresholds when first starting out. Fortunately, FHA loans are available to make things a bit easier. Down payment and credit score requirements are generally lower with the FHA, making homeownership possible for a greater number of people.<br \/>\nStill Not Automatic<br \/>\nBefore you apply for any kind of home mortgage \u2013 whether through the FHA or a private lender \u2013 you will want to have your personal finances in the best possible condition. That means maintaining a steady employment history, avoiding taking on substantial debt, and having at least some money available for a down payment.<br \/>\nOne other thing to keep in mind as a first-time buyer is the importance of an FHA home inspection. You don\u2019t want to go into a purchase just assuming that the home you are buying is in good condition. This transaction is far too important to make any assumptions. Have an FHA home inspection completed by a trusted company \u2013 like Beryl Engineering &#038; Inspection \u2013 and move forward with peace of mind. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are few things in life as exciting \u2013 and nerve-wracking \u2013 as buying your first home. 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