Down Payment Assistance: An In Depth Look At The MSHDA Programs
May 2022 Lunch & Learn Event and Webinar
What is MSHDA?
MSHDA stands for Michigan State Housing Development Authority. MSHDA’s Homeownership division provides a number of different assistance programs for homebuyers. MSHDA works with both first-time homebuyers and move-up buyers.
Loan Programs Covered
Here is a list of loan programs we will discuss. During the event we will be talking about general qualifications, down payment requirements, credit scores, program restrictions, and ways we use each program to solve problems and jump thru hoops.
A key element in becoming a high preforming agent is education and training. Come learn from one of the best! Speaker Jeremy Drobeck was the number 2 producer in Southwest Michigan for MSHDA loans in 2021. He brings a wealth of knowledge on the topic. Jeremy has been successfully using this program to help home owners win in multiple offer situations. We want to help you in your journey so we are offering both a live event and zoom webinar for each of our lunch and learns this year. For more info on MSHDA right now click here. If you need help with anything between now and our next event don’t hesitate to reach out. Can wait to see you there!
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LIVE EVENTDate: May 11th Time: 12:00 – 1:30 Location: 5830 Venture Park Dr. Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Limited Seating. RSVP required. Box Lunch will be provided. Email bmiller@amerifirst.com to reserve your spot! |
ZOOM WEBINARDate: May 19th Time: 10:30 – 12:00 Zoom Meeting
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What if the traditional advice you’ve heard about down payments is actually the very thing keeping your homeownership dreams grounded? Deciding between an FHA vs conventional loan for first time buyer in Portage MI often feels like preparing for a high-stakes takeoff. It’s completely natural to feel a bit of turbulence when you’re staring down credit requirements or confusing mortgage insurance terms. You want to ensure your financial foundation is secure before you leave the runway, yet the fear of rejection can make the whole process feel like a gamble rather than a significant life milestone.
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