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How Travel Nurses Can Overcome the Home Loan Hurdle

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For travel nurses, the freedom of contract work is a major career perk – until it’s time to buy a home. Traditional lenders often view contract employment as a risk factor, making it challenging to secure a mortgage. But there’s good news: with the right expertise, your dream home is within reach.

Special Assistance for Nurses

Did you know? Qualified nurses may be eligible for substantial homebuying assistance:

  • Up to $15,000-$20,000 in financial assistance
  • Available for both first-time AND repeat home buyers.
  • Professional guidance to determine your elegibility

Paul Defngin will personally review your situation to determine if you qualify for these special assistance programs. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to make homeownership more affordable in MD, DC, VA, WV, PA & FL!

Download the Home Buyer Checklist for Travel Nurses

Meet Your Mortgage Expert

Paul Defngin, Senior Mortgage Advisor with The Yi Team Mortgage, specializes in turning travel nurses’s homeownership dreams into reality. With deep expertise in both the mortgage industry and travel nursing profession, Paul helps clients, and their realtors navigate the mortgage process successfully.

Understanding the Challenge Nurses Face

Traditional lenders seek stable, predictable income when evaluating mortgage applications. Travel nurses often face:

  • Challenges proving long-term employment stability
  • Additional documentation requirements
  • Higher risk of loan denial without proper guidance

The Solution: Expert Strategy for Success

Paul Defngin employs proven strategies to showcase travel nurses as strong mortgage candidates:

Establishing Work History

Paul helps organize your employment records to demonstrate a consistent two-year work history, even across multiple employers.

Demonstrating Professional Stability

The high demand for travel nurses is a strength. Paul highlights how the consistent need for your skills translates to reliable income potential.

Accessing the Right Programs

Not all mortgages are created equal. Paul identifies loan programs specifically suited for contract workers, matching you with options that align with your unique situation.

Partnering with Realtors

Success requires teamwork. Paul ensures your realtor understands the nuances of travel nurse mortgages, preventing potential roadblocks before they arise.

Transform Your Career Into Homeownership

Your travel nursing career should be a stepping stone to homeownership, not a barrier. With Paul Defngin and The Yi Team Mortgage, you gain:

  • Expert guidance tailored to travel nurses
  • Strategic approach to loan qualifications
  • Partnership with professionals who understand your unique situation

Ready to Take the First Step?

If you’re a travel nurse wondering whether homeownership is possible, reach out to me, I’m Paul Defngin. I’ll guide you through the complexities of income variability, ensuring you’re not only loan-ready but confident in the process. Let’s make your dream home a reality!


Paul Defngin, senior mortgage advisor, specializes in home loans for travel nurses. Contact Paul Defngin today for a personalized consultation and start your journey to owning the home you’ve always dreamed of.



Download the Home Buying Checklist for Travel Nurses

Download this checklist to make the home buying process easier for travel nurses to buy a home and start building their wealth with real estate!

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DISCLAIMER: Financial assistance programs are available on a first-come, first-served bases. Eligibility for assistance require meeting specific parameters and criteria. Program availability, terms, and conditions are subject to change. Not all applicants will qualify. Please consult with Paul Defngin to determine your eligibility and for complete program details.

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM DISCLOSURE: Down payment and closing cost assistance ranging from $15,000-$20,000 is made available through various state, federal, and private programs. This is not a committment to lend. All programs are subject to borrower and property qualification including, but not limited to: income limites, geographic restrictions, property type restrictions, and occupation verification. Programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Additional restrictions may apply. Assistance amounts vary based on program eligibility and qualifications.

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