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Jacob Willett
  • Investor
  • Cincinnati, OH
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Finding a lender for first time home buy

Jacob Willett
  • Investor
  • Cincinnati, OH
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I am looking to obtain pre-approval so I can start really searching for my first deal. However, as I am a student with an inconsistent employment situation, I expect this will present a challenge. I am looking for a lender that offers FHA loans so I can take advantage of the low down payment as I will be living in part of the property.

Have you had a great/ terrible experience(s) with a mortgage lender in the southwest Ohio area? How did you find your lender? Do you prefer large banks or small banks/ credit unions?

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Dustin Allen
  • Real Estate Agent
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
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Dustin Allen
  • Real Estate Agent
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
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@Jacob Willett

Talk to them all. Don’t just focus on rate. Explain your situation and what you’re trying to do and see who can handle your particular situation best.

  • Dustin Allen
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