CUSTOMERS Come First
Whether you dream about purchasing your first home, or third, we are here to help your homeownership dream become a reality—which is why we’ve made buying a home easier than ever with our leading-edge technology, alleviating piles of traditional paperwork.
When you work with Novus Home Mortgage, you can close on your home simply faster with our digital mortgage application process.
Why Homebuyers Love Working with NOVUS
Buying or refinancing a home is a big decision. You deserve straight answers. No jargon. No guesswork. You get clear explanations, real guidance, and consistent updates from pre-approval through closing.
Your goals, budget, and timeline are unique, so your mortgage should be too. Whether you are exploring:
• Conventional financing
• FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loans
• VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) loans
• USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) loans
• Investment property loans
• Second home loans
• Construction loans
• And more!
We help you compare your options and choose a loan that fits your life.
You should never feel like just another name on a list. With Novus, you get a loan officer who truly listens, cares about your goals, and guides you through every step with clarity and support. We blend personal care with smart technology to make your experience easier long after the closing table.
SPECIAL FINANCING · RATE BUYDOWN
What if this home came with
a lower payment to start?
When the seller, Novus Home Mortgage, or both put money toward a temporary buydown, your monthly payment drops for the first 1 year of the loan, then returns to the full payment. The list price stays the same.
TEMPORARY RATE BUYDOWN FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about temporary rate buydowns, including costs, qualification, loan eligibility, refinancing, and seller contributions.
Novus Home Mortgage contributes up to the amount shown above. The seller then negotiates their share on top. It can also be funded by a builder, or by the buyer. The seller’s portion is agreed per property and written into the contract — it is not automatic and not a standing offer on every home.
Sometimes a seller lists slightly higher to fund their share, and sometimes they fund it out of the existing price. Either way the buyer sees the price and the credit in the contract. What a buydown avoids is a public price reduction, which is why sellers often prefer it.
No. Discount points permanently reduce the note rate for the life of the loan. A temporary buydown leaves the note rate alone and subsidizes the payment for the first year or two from an escrow account. Points cost more; a temporary buydown buys a bigger visible drop for less money, but it does not last.
The full note rate, not the reduced year-one rate. That’s the part people get wrong. A temporary buydown lowers what you pay in the early years; it does not increase how much you can borrow. A permanent buydown does lower the qualifying rate.
Funds left in the buydown escrow are generally applied to the payoff, so the unused portion is not lost. The exact treatment is set by the buydown agreement on your specific loan — ask before you assume.
Conventional, FHA and VA all permit temporary buydowns, subject to program rules and occupancy restrictions. Contribution limits differ by program and by how much you put down. We confirm what a specific file allows before anything goes into a contract.
A price cut moves the monthly payment surprisingly little. The same money aimed at the rate moves it a lot more — so the home reaches buyers who were shopping below the price. It also avoids a public reduction and the days-on-market story that follows one.
That’s exactly what this is for. Put in the list price and the contribution you think the seller would consider, and it shows the payment story you can take to them. For the full picture — net proceeds, price-cut comparison, contribution limits — call and we’ll build it on the actual property.
Learn how to Buy Your First Home
Buying a home is a big step — and I’m here to make it easier. I’ll walk you through your options, answer your questions, and help you find the right loan to fit your life and goals.
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Steps to Easy Home Buying with Novus
Buying a home is a major milestone. You deserve a path to homeownership that feels clear and supported at every step. The Novus Path brings together experienced loan officers, innovative technology, and industry-leading knowledge in both traditional and Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM) lending.
Get Pre-Approved
Explore Your Loan Options
Find the Right Home
Apply and Submit Documents
Processing and Underwriting
Closing, Getting Your Keys, And Beyond
Real Stories from Real Owners
Neda did a fantastic job. She was super quick to get back to me on any of my questions and really just made this whole process so smoothly! Grateful to have worked with Neda and will be recommending Neda to others who are looking to buy a home!
Neda was awesome at helping secure our loan!
Neda made this whole process so smooth and painless.
Neda was kind and diligent in the whole processing, understanding but transparent on key tasks that needed to be completed. Glad I found Novus and glad the agent I connectes with was Neda Ward!
Neda was very helpful and hardworking answering question when we had them
Neda was very patient and understanding and answered any questions we had. She took the extra time and went beyond.
Neda was very patient and understanding and was always there to answer any questions.
Neda was exceptiona, she worked very hard to get my loan to closing.
Great FTB experience with Neda
three other banks failed to finance me, Neva found a way.
Neda was an exceptional lender to work with! She was incredibly communicative, always responding quickly, even during late nights and weekends. Despite encountering a few hurdles during the process, Neda went above and beyond to ensure everything was handled and got us to the closing table on time. She was kind and attentive to my client, making sure all her questions were answered and needs were met. I will absolutely recommend Neda to more clients in the future!
That was a great experience
Neda made the whole house buying experience a much more pleasant experience for me. It was my first time buying a house and she was extremely knowledgeable and helpful through it.
Neda communicated often my client (and me) throughout from beginning to end. My client was very well informed and was also very happy with the service Neda provided.
Neda Ward was fantastic. I'm so grateful for her expertise, empathy and availability to answer ally my questions. Buying a home on my own was a new experience for me, and she handled my situation like a pro. I'm so thankful to have had her by my side through this process.
Neda was fantastic throughout the entire process and would highly recommend her!