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Homebuyer Simplified started the discussion VA Appraisal Problems: What Happens If the House Gets Flagged? in the forum VA Loans

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:05:35 +0000

VA Appraisal Problems: What Happens If the House Gets Flagged?

One thing that can catch VA buyers off guard is the appraisal.

A VA appraisal isn’t just about determining the property’s value. The appraiser can also flag certain property-condition issues that may need to be addressed before the loan can move forward.

That doesn’t automatically mean the deal is dead, though.

This video breaks down what a…

Homebuyer Simplified started the discussion 680 vs 740 Credit Score: The $60,000 Mortgage Difference in the forum Credit Scores, Collections, and Debt

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:03:51 +0000

680 vs 740 Credit Score: The $60,000 Mortgage Difference

A 60-point credit score difference might not sound huge, but over the life of a mortgage it can potentially add up to tens of thousands of dollars.

This example compares a 680 credit score with a 740 and shows how the difference in mortgage pricing can translate to roughly $165 more per month and nearly $60,000 over 30 years.

It also covers some…

Homebuyer Simplified started the discussion You Don’t Actually Need Mortgage Rates to Fall to Get a Lower Rate in the forum Mortgage Rates and Federal Reserve

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:58:51 +0000

You Don’t Actually Need Mortgage Rates to Fall to Get a Lower Rate

A lot of buyers seem to be waiting for mortgage rates to fall before they make a move, but the market rate isn’t necessarily the only option.

There are a few ways buyers can potentially get a lower effective rate even while prevailing rates remain much higher:

• Taking over an existing assumable VA or FHA mortgage
• Using a seller-paid 2-1…