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The Residual Real Estate Agent Show
How Buyers Cover the Gap on FHA/VA Assumable Loans
Want a low-rate assumable mortgage without a huge check at closing? This buyer guide shows how a VA loan assumption or FHA loan assumption can stay affordable by covering the equity gap with a smart second and a clear assumable mortgage process. Expect to qualify with the current servicer, disclose any second loan, and plan payments so the total still works long term.
🔑 What you’ll learn
✅ How buyers structure a VA loan assumption or FHA loan assumption to cover the equity gap with less upfront cash
✅ A simple walkthrough of the assumable mortgage process, approvals with the servicer, and timing to close
✅ What to ask assumable mortgage lenders and how a VA assumable loan or FHA assumable loan stays affordable when structured correctly
✅ When options like using a HELOC for VA assumption fit, plus tips for how to assume a VA loan and how to assume an FHA loan confidently
Done right, a buyer can keep the low rate, bridge the gap, and get to closing without a painful cash requirement. If this helped, like and subscribe for more buyer-focused guides on assumptions, approvals, and payment planning for your next VA loan assumption.
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