3 of the most popular Ohio home loans we provide here at Schmidt Mortgage Ohio are listed below. We've highlighted just a few of the key differentiators between these mortgage types that will help you understand which one may be best suited for your needs. If you'd like to learn more about all the Ohio home mortgage products we offer, please click below.
Typically a fixed rate home loan that allows the borrower to eliminate mortgage insurance once they hold >20% equity in their property.
This home loan program allows down payments as low as 3.5% of the purchase price, although you are required to pay mortgage insurance.
Reserved for those who serve our country. VA home loans offer 100% financing, low interest rates & don't require mortgage insurance.
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