By Nathan Young , founder and president of North Star Mortgage Network, Inc. , an independent mortgage brokerage in Jacksonville, Florida.

When it comes to financing manufactured homes , not all guidelines are created equal—especially when comparing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

By Nathan Young , founder and president of North Star Mortgage Network, Inc. , an independent mortgage brokerage in Jacksonville, Florida.

Short answer It can be possible. Because the parent is also an interested party to the sale, the lender looks closely at whether the money is a true gift or a commission credit, and the rules vary by loan program. Program guidelines apply. Call or text 904-880-6741 Ask about your actual file — no SSN,…

Updated August 2026: this post covers the 2025 loan amounts and is kept here as an archive. For 2026 the baseline conforming limit is $832,750 and the FHA…

Whether you’re selling your primary home, second home, or an investment property, capital gains are something you can’t afford to overlook—especially the…

North Star Mortgage Network | Commercial Lending Division At North Star Mortgage Network, we understand that access to capital is critical to business success.

At North Star Mortgage Network, we believe that homeownership is more than just a purchase — it’s an investment in your future.