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If you’re a veteran, you’ve probably heard of VA loans. But do you know exactly what it takes to get one? And what the benefits are when you do? Here at Liberty Lending, we’ve got years of experience providing veterans in the St. Louis area with VA loans, so we know how to break it down. Here’s the formula for VA loans: Service Record + Credit Score + Income Level = No Down Payment, 100% Financing and Great Fixed Rates Let’s explore how everything comes together. First, this is what goes into a VA loan.   Service Record When applying... Read More

When applying for a loan, it can be difficult to get the information that you need to narrow down your options. Even once you’ve determined the type of loan you need, such as a USDA loan, the questions about qualifications can seem endless. Here at Liberty Lending, we want to make the mortgage process as clear as possible. Our highly-trained consultants are always ready to have a conversation that can help you figure out what works for you. If you’re interested in a USDA loan, here’s how a conversation with us might go: Homebuyer: So I think I’m finally ready... Read More

Liberty Lending Consultants is an excellent source for St. Louis VA Home Loans, Missouri USDA Rural Development loans, and more. But outside of being a great place to get loans, Liberty Consultants continues to give back by helping fund KW cares, a local St. Louis charity.  KW Cares offers disaster and emergency funding to the families of its associates. This non-profit group is the result of St. Louis-based real estate company named Keller Williams.  The charity is now supported by associates all across North America. The charity has 503 status, which allows them to accept donations on behalf of those who... Read More

Homeownership can awaken the Bob Vila within all of us, even those who don’t know much about home improvement. These tips will set you up for success, no matter if you are tackling major renovations or just starting to dabble in DIY. Get a plan Renovations don’t always go according to plan. But that doesn’t mean you have to do it all by yourself. Last-minute changes can be stressful and costly, so make sure you have all the details in order. This means that you know what results you want, and how much time and money it will cost to get them. Many... Read More

If you’ve started looking into getting a mortgage, you’ve probably realized that it’s a lot of work. But that’s no reason to worry – that’s why mortgage brokers exist. Every day, they’re helping people just like you make the most of their mortgage. But before picking a partner that can help you do the same, it’s important to get a few answers. Here are some questions to ask any potential mortgage broker before you sign the dotted line. What is the application process like? Applying is more than half the battle when it comes to getting a mortgage, so you... Read More

Finding the right kind of mortgage that works for you is one of the earliest and most important parts of the home buying process. Before you find the home of your dreams,  you need to figure out the best way to pay for it. Conventional loans and Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans are both common options, especially for first time homebuyers. How do you decide which loan makes the most sense for you? Get started by understanding the differences between them so you can make the best choice for your financial future. Down Payment Both conventional and FHA loans require... Read More

Before making any major decision in life, it’s important to understand the rules that go along with it. Refinancing is no different. But sometimes, knowing which rules you don’t really need to follow can help you have the best results. So forget what you’ve been told: here are the rules you can break when refinancing your mortgage. “Rule” #1: Save At Least 1% You don’t need to save at least 1% on your interest rate for refinancing to be worth it. Lowering that percentage even just a little bit will help put money back in your pocket. It all depends... Read More