How Teachers Can Qualify for a No Down Payment USDA Loan – What Realtors Need to Know!
USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on August 1, 2025 at 8:50 pm by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
Signed Contract, No Pay Stub? USDA Loan Employment Guidelines Can Help! Whether you’re a teacher ready to buy—or a Realtor working with educator clients—understanding how USDA loans handle employment transitions can be the key to closing on time. In today’s
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BREAKING NEWS: Metroplex Mortgage Services Named Florida’s #1 USDA Lender for Third Year in a Row—Plus National Recognition from USDA!
Front Page | USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on June 27, 2025 at 10:19 pm by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
Metroplex Mortgage Services is the #1 Ranked Florida USDA Lender in 2025 – Again! 🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Metroplex Mortgage Services has once again been ranked the 2025 #1 USDA Lender in Florida, marking our third consecutive year and fourth time
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Key differences on FHA vs. USDA Loans for First-Time Homebuyers in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, or Alabama
USDA Loan Benefits | What is a USDA Loan? | Posted on January 17, 2025 at 8:10 pm by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
FHA vs. USDA Loans for First-Time Homebuyers in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, or Alabama! When first-time homebuyers compare FHA financing vs. the USDA home loan program, it is essential to understand the key differences between these two financing options. In today’s
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What are the guidelines for FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional seller concessions?
USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on October 24, 2024 at 8:53 pm by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
How much can a seller contribute towards closing costs for a buyer? What are the guidelines for FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional seller concessions? Due to the variety of questions we receive on our subject today, I feel it is
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Can Real Estate Commission be included with a USDA loan?
USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on October 18, 2024 at 3:34 am by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
Can Real Estate Commission be included with a USDA loan? When can Real Estate Commissions be included with a USDA loan in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, or Alabama? Due to the recent NAR Settlement, this has become a common question that
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Can USDA Closing Costs Be Included With Your Loan?
USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on August 9, 2024 at 4:05 am by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
Can USDA Closing Costs Be Included With Your Loan in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, and Alabama? If you’re in the process of buying a home and considering a USDA loan, one question you may be wondering is whether USDA closing costs
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Metroplex Mortgage Services Wins #1 USDA Lender Ranking in Florida – Back to Back!
Front Page | USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on June 14, 2024 at 8:24 pm by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
Metroplex Mortgage Services is the #1 ranked Florida USDA Lender in 2024 – Again! USDA Rural Development recently announced their USDA Lender Rankings and we are proud to announce that Metroplex Mortgage Services has once again been named the #1
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USDA Loans and Employment: Can You Qualify for a Mortgage Before Starting a New Job?
USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on June 7, 2024 at 6:41 pm by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
USDA Loans and Employment: Can You Qualify for a Mortgage Before Starting a New Job in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, and Alabama? For example, can a teacher qualify for a USDA home loan if they are changing school districts? Can they
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What should you “Not Do” during the USDA Home Loan Qualification Process?
USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on October 27, 2023 at 9:16 pm by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
Recently, we reviewed five important things to do during the USDA loan application process. In contract today, we will details what you should “Not Do” during the USDA Home Loan Qualification Process in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, and Alabama! Today’s video is
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Metroplex Mortgage Services Wins #1 USDA Lender Ranking in Florida – Again!
Front Page | USDA Loan Benefits | Posted on July 21, 2023 at 9:19 pm by Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
Metroplex Mortgage Services is the #1 ranked Florida USDA Lender in 2023! USDA Rural Development recently announced their top lender rankings and we are proud to announce that Metroplex Mortgage Services has once again been named their top lender in
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