Covenant Homeownership Program
Offered through the Washington State Housing Finance Commission, this down payment assistance program may provide up to 20% down ($150K max) plus closing costs for certain buyers with deep ties to Washington state.
Grant Money for First Time Home Buyers
Grant funds and lender credits are now available for first time buyers purchasing homes in eligible census tracts. Check out this article to see qualified areas across Puget Sound.
Self-Employment Income
You've probably heard that two years of self-employment income is required to qualify for a home loan. Well guess what? There's an exception to that rule.
Tax Reform: A Highly Unscientific Study
Tax reform is a hot topic! I analyzed 100 different sets of tax returns and extrapolated who would be “winners” and “losers" under the new proposed federal income tax regulations.