Whether you’re buying a home or your current home needs a makeover, making improvements just got easier. Our renovation loan programs can help you get those much-needed repairs or those nice to have home improvements by financing the costs into your mortgage for one monthly payment. These programs are also a great way to handle any appraiser required repairs. We have renovation loan options for both conventional and FHA loan programs.
The basic process is fairly straight forward. The first step is to identify a property and negotiate a acceptable contract. Next you will need to get a bid from a licensed contractor for any work you want to do on the home. We then order an appraisal. The appraisal is done as completed, meaning the appraiser gives us a value based on the completed project. When the appraisal comes back we button up anything else that needs to happen underwriting wise and then close on the loan. At closing the seller get’s their money and ownership of the property also changes hands. The contractor can now go in and get going on the work. Once all the work is done we reinspect the property, verify everything is done, and then pay the contractor out of the loan proceeds. It’s really that simple.
To find out more about the benefits of our renovation programs, contact me today!
The “obvious” choice for your mortgage might actually be the most expensive path if you don’t account for the unique terrain of the West Michigan housing market. While you might assume a massive down payment is the only way to avoid financial turbulence, comparing a Conventional vs USDA Loan Michigan reveals that the right flight plan often involves much less upfront cash than expected.
We understand that staring at a map of geographic eligibility or weighing monthly mortgage insurance costs can feel like flying through heavy fog. It’s frustrating when you’re ready to move but feel grounded by confusing requirements. This guide will help you compare these options with the precision of a seasoned navigator. You’ll learn how to identify if your dream neighborhood is USDA-eligible, how the 2026 loan limit of $832,750 impacts your Conventional path, and how the $119,850 income limit affects your USDA eligibility. By the end of this flight plan, you’ll have the expert coordinates needed to choose a loan that offers maximum lift for your West Michigan home journey.
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