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Our blog articles are geared towards first-time home buyers and mortgage market news.

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    Conventional vs. FHA Loans: Compare Your Options

    ByCapFi Lending September 23, 2026October 25, 2026

    Choosing between a conventional loan and an FHA loan can feel overwhelming when both options have different costs, guidelines, and benefits. Conventional loans generally offer more flexibility with mortgage insurance…

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    VA Loans in Austin: How We Guide Veteran Buyers

    ByCapFi Lending September 21, 2026October 14, 2026

    Buying a home with VA benefits can be exciting, but understanding eligibility, appraisals, fees and lender requirements may feel overwhelming. A VA loan is a mortgage backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs…

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    Mortgage Tips

    Self-Employed Mortgage: What Lenders Look For

    ByCapFi Lending September 18, 2026October 14, 2026

    Qualifying for a mortgage when you own a business can feel complicated, especially when your tax returns do not show the full strength of your cash flow. A self-employed mortgage uses documented business and personal…

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    First Time Home Buyer

    First-Time Home Buyers: Choose an Austin Mortgage

    ByCapFi Lending September 16, 2026October 14, 2026

    Buying your first home in Austin is exciting, but comparing mortgage programs, down payments and closing costs can feel overwhelming. The right first-time home buyer mortgage is the loan that fits your credit, income…

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    Down Payment Assistance: Pros and Cons in Texas

    ByCapFi Lending September 14, 2026October 14, 2026

    Buying a home can be exciting, but saving enough for the down payment and closing costs may feel overwhelming. Texas down payment assistance programs help eligible home buyers cover part of their upfront costs through…

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    Mortgage Tips

    Self-Employed Mortgage Mistakes: What to Avoid

    ByCapFi Lending September 11, 2026October 14, 2026

    Buying a home when you work for yourself can feel complicated, especially when business income does not fit neatly on a pay stub. A self-employed mortgage is a home loan that qualifies a borrower using documented…

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    VA Loans: Maximize Benefits on Your First Home

    ByCapFi Lending September 9, 2026October 14, 2026

    Purchasing your first home is exciting, but understanding how to use your VA loan benefits can feel overwhelming. A VA loan is a mortgage backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that may offer eligible…

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    First-Time Home Buyer: Navigate Austin Mortgage Steps

    ByCapFi Lending September 7, 2026October 24, 2026

    By Dustin Edwards, Founding Partner / MLO, with 22 years of mortgage experience Buying your first home in Austin is exciting, but understanding financing, paperwork, and closing costs can feel overwhelming. The first-time home buyer…

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    Down Payment Assistance: Options for First-Time Homebuyers in Texas

    ByCapFi Lending September 2, 2026October 14, 2026

    Buying your first home should be exciting, but coming up with a down payment can feel overwhelming for many Texas buyers. Down payment assistance programs offer grants, forgivable loans, and other resources to help…

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    VA Loans: Step-by-Step Benefits Guide for Veterans Buying a Home

    ByCapFi Lending August 31, 2026October 25, 2026

    Buying a home as a veteran or active-duty service member should feel rewarding, but navigating the mortgage process can raise a lot of questions and uncertainties. A VA loan is a home financing option backed by the…

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