Mark Henricks, contributor

Mark Henricks writes about finance, business and other topics. His articles have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times and many other publications.

Articles by Mark Henricks

VA LoansFebruary 11, 2025
VA Funding Fee | 2025 Funding Fees and Exemptions
The VA funding fee sustains the zero-down VA loan program for veterans. See current funding fees and find out who is exempt.
VA LoansSeptember 2, 2022
When is a VA loan down payment required?
A VA loan down payment is not always required, but it does happen. Here's when putting money down is needed, and why it's a popular option.
Mortgage StrategyAugust 23, 2022
How to buy a house with income from a part-time job
It's possible to buy a house with part-time income. But your part-time job must meet certain requirements to qualify. Here's what to do.
FHA Home BuyingOctober 6, 2018
FHA mortgages for investment properties
FHA mortgage rates are attractive and program guidelines favor real estate investors looking to buy 2-unit, 3-unit, or 4-unit homes -- especially first-timers.
VA LoansOctober 8, 2016
Study: Surprising Number Of Veterans Are Using The VA Loan Program
Military home buyers have an advantage over others: they need no downpayment. They use zero-down loans 7 times as often as non-military home buyers.
VA RefinanceOctober 3, 2016
VA Streamline Refinances Double As Popular Program Catches On
VA rates are sinking deeper. That's enticing more U.S. military veterans to reduce their housing costs with this homeowner-friendly program.

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