The Peoples Bank Mortgage Options
Conventional Fixed Rate
- These are Fannie Mae regulated products which are offered with several term options including 10-year, 15-year, 20-year and 30-year
- The interest rate is set at the time of closing and remains constant over the entire loan term
- Many loans are subject to a 20% down payment, although other loan options may be available
- Loans with less than 20% down payment will typically require Private Mortgage Insurance
- Borrowers must meet minimum credit requirements in order to be eligible for Fannie Mae regulated products
Conventional Adjustable Rate
- These are Fannie Mae regulated products which are offered with several initial fixed-rate periods of 1, 3, 5 and 7 years
- The interest rate is set at the time of closing and remains constant over the initial fixed-rate period
- Once the fixed-rate period expires, the interest rate can increase or decrease on an annual basis
- Loans with less than 20% down payment will typically require Private Mortgage Insurance
FHA Fixed Rate*
- This is a government-sponsored loan program geared towards first-time home buyers
- Fixed-rate periods range from 10 years to 30 years
- New purchase mortgages allow for a down payment as small as of 3.5% of the purchase price
- The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved lenders throughout the United States
VA Fixed Rate*
- The Veterans Administration loan program enables veterans and active-duty personnel to purchase or refinance a home with favorable loan terms
- Fixed Rate periods range from 10 years to 30 years
- VA offers mortgages that can accommodate no down-payment on many purchase transactions
Vacant Land Loans
- Loans are available with fixed rate over a 10-year term
- Down payments range from 15% to 35% depending on the development of the property prior to the loan
*The Peoples Bank may work in conjunction with a 3rd party for these options.