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Is Delayed Financing Right for You?

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What is Delayed Financing?

Delayed financing is when a buyer pays for their home upfront with cash, and then immediately obtains a mortgage after the home is purchased.

What are its advantages?

The biggest advantage of delayed financing is the power of paying cash. A cash offer provides buyers with a competitive edge and allows them to stand out in a seller’s market, much like the one we find ourselves in today.

This method allows the buyer to make an enticing all-cash offer, then immediately puts the money right back into their pockets with a cash-out refinance.

What are the restrictions?

  • The amount of the mortgage loan obtained cannot be greater than the amount of the purchase price, closing costs, prepaid fees, and points, combined.
  • Applicants must have proof of cash purchase.
  • Applicants must provide proof of the initial source of cash used for the purchase of the home.
  • Applicants cannot apply for delayed financing with a home they purchased from someone they have a personal relationship with.
  • If funds are provided from a third party, applicants must provide a gift letter.
  • If applicants were provided a gift fund for the purchase of the home, they cannot give the cash from the cash-out refinance back to the donor.
  • The property must be free from any liens.

To learn more about delayed financing and if it is right for you – contact a VanDyk Loan Originator today!

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4 Benefits of Downsizing to a Condo

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Downsizing from a home to a condominium is a great option for homeowners who find themselves using less of their space, looking to downsize, or simply interested in a home that requires much less maintenance to take care of.

Significantly smaller than a typical home, a condo can be a townhouse, loft, or high rise, and often includes additional costs, like homeowner’s association fees and homeowner’s insurance.

To help you decide whether this choice is right for you, we’ve decided to share four of the major benefits of downsizing to a condo.

What is a Condo?

A condo, or condominium, is a privately owned unit within a community of other units. Like an apartment complex, a condo is part of a larger building. However, unlike an apartment, residents are the owners of their own unit, rather than merely renters.

What are the Benefits of Downsizing to a Condo?

  1. Pricing. Depending on your market, owning a condo can often be more cost-efficient than owning a home. It is said that in rural areas, single-family homes appreciate at a greater rate compared to a condo of the same size. However, in cities, condos rise in value quicker than single-family homes located further from the city center. It is important to keep location in mind when looking for the best pricing.
  • Less Maintenance. Significantly smaller in size, condos require relatively less maintainance to take care of than a home. This gives residents more time to spend doing the things they enjoy.
  • Onsite Amenities. Like an apartment complex, condos often have onsite amenities like pools, gyms, and community areas – to name a few. Residents pay HOA fees that cover costs like maintenance of these common areas, so they can enjoy these amenities without having to worry about upkeep. 
  • Sense of Community. Condos are set up like little neighborhoods. They often become close knit communities where everyone feels a sense of trust and belonging. This can be a relief for many who like their independence but also want to feel a sense of community.

Considering downsizing, but aren’t sure if a Condo is the right choice for you? Check out our upcoming blog on the benefits of downsizing to a townhome.

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What are the Benefits of Renting vs. Owning your Home?

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Deciding whether to rent or own a home is a personal choice that requires careful consideration. In order to help you eliminate biases and make the right choice for your unique situation, we’ve listed the benefits of each below:


Benefits of Renting:

  1. Lower Acquisition Cost. Typically, buyers need an average of 3.5% – 23% of the purchase price for their down payment and closing. Compared to the cost of 1-2 month’s rent, renting is less costly in the short-term.
  2. Lower Qualification Standards. Though some programs, like FHA loans, have more flexible guidelines, renting requires less invasive paperwork by far.
  3. Freedom to Move. Renting allows the flexibility for renters to move every year when their lease agreement is up.
  4. Fewer Maintenance Costs. Renters can rely on their landlord or property manager to quickly fix any maintenance issues they may have. Homeowners, however, are responsible for all costs that go into all home repairs.

Benefits of Owning:

  1. Personalization. Owning a home gives the owner more freedom to alter their home’s appearance.
  2. Stability. Rentals can see drastic increases in price due to fluctuations in the market. Owning a home, however, ensures consistent monthly payments.
  3. Tax Benefits & Savings. Homeowner’s may be eligible for tax deductions on their home mortgage interest, property taxes and origination/discount points for owning a home.
  4. Appreciation of Property. Historically, home prices have exceeded consumer inflation, even with periods of declining value taken into account.
  5. Increased Net Worth. According to the Federal Reserve Board of Consumer Finance, the average net worth of renters was just $4,000 compared to that of homeowners worth $184,400.


To learn more about the benefits of renting vs. owning, contact your local VanDyk Mortgage Loan Originator today!

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Sit Down with Steve Richman

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We sat down with VanDyk’s new National Director of Strategic Growth and Branding, Steve Richman to talk about his new role and his plans on growing the team with a thoughtful approach while building brand awareness and bringing an exceptional client experience to every interaction.

Q: Why do you want to work with VanDyk?

Q: What sets VanDyk apart?

Q: Can you talk a little about your title and responsibilities?

Q: What can we expect to see happen in the industry in the next couple of months?

What is your perspective on customer service?