Unparalleled Home Loan Advice for Homebuyers

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Mortgage Resources for Homebuyers

Navigating home financing can be complex. The Fields Group partners with Kim Barnes, Loan Officer at CrossCountry Mortgage, to provide clear guidance and a wide range of mortgage solutions.

Meet Your Mortgage Expert

Kim Barnes – Loan Officer, NMLS 996052

Office: (561) 332-1347
Mobile: (386) 546-6753
Email: kim.barnes@ccm.com
Website: ccm.com/kim-barnes
Address: 900 NW 17th Avenue, Unit 202, Delray Beach, FL 33445

Expertise: Kim helps buyers select the right mortgage programs and guides them through the approval process with ease.

Mortgage Programs Overview

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Conventional Loans

A flexible option for most buyers with:

  • Down payments as low as 3%
  • Fixed or adjustable rates
  • Terms from 10–30 years
  • No mortgage insurance with 20% down
  • Eligible for various property types

Tip: Ideal for buyers with a solid credit profile and minimal financial hurdles.

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FHA Loans

Designed for buyers with lower credit scores or limited down payments:

  • Down payments starting at 3.5%
  • Gift funds and seller contributions allowed
  • Parent/relative can be co-applicant (non-occupant)
  • Low monthly and upfront mortgage insurance

Tip: Great for first-time homebuyers seeking flexibility.

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VA Loans

Exclusive to Veterans, Active-Duty Service Members, and qualifying Surviving Spouses:

  • 100% financing available
  • No mortgage insurance
  • 30-year fixed rates
  • Eligible for condos, townhouses, single-family, and 2–4 unit properties
  • Reusable eligibility

Tip: Perfect for military families seeking maximum financing benefits.

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USDA Loans

For buyers in rural areas seeking low or no down payment:

  • No down payment required
  • Low-to-moderate income applicants welcome
  • Closing costs can be paid by the seller or included in loan
  • 30-year fixed rates
  • Eligible for condos, townhouses, and single-family properties in USDA-approved areas

Tip: Ideal for buyers looking to live outside city limits.

Specialty Loan Programs

  • Jumbo Loans: 10% down, no mortgage insurance, high-cost home financing
  • FHA HUD $100 Down / Good Neighbor Next Door: Low down payment for eligible buyers
  • ADU & RSU Financing: Use rental income or stock units for qualification
  • Renovation & One-Time-Close Construction Loans: Finance construction or improvements in one loan
  • Reverse Mortgages: Access equity for homeowners 55+
  • Down Payment Assistance Programs: Various options for first-time buyers (CCM Community Promise, Freddie Mac BorrowSmart Access, Chenoa, Essex, HFA Programs)
  • Unique Borrower Programs: Doctor Program, 1099, Profit & Loss, Foreign National, Cannabis Income financing, and more
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Why Work With CrossCountry Mortgage & The Fields Group

  • Wide range of loan options for every buyer
  • Personalized guidance from first-time buyer to investor
  • Expertise in VA, FHA, USDA, Conventional, Jumbo, and niche programs
  • Easy access to down payment assistance and unique programs