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Take this quiz and see how ready you are to buy a home in 2025.</p> <div class="cta"> <a href="#quiz">Start Quiz</a> <a href="#faq">View FAQs</a> </div> <p><strong>Joel Lobb</strong> • NMLS 57916 | EVO Mortgage NMLS 1738461 | Equal Housing Lender</p> </header> <!-- QUIZ --> <section id="quiz" class="card"> <h2 class="q-title" id="qText"></h2> <form id="answers"></form> <div id="explain" class="explain" style="display:none;"></div> <div class="controls"> <button type="button" id="prevBtn">Previous</button> <button type="button" id="checkBtn">Check Answer</button> <button type="button" id="nextBtn" style="display:none;">Next</button> </div> <p id="progressHint" style="font-size:14px;color:#6b7280;margin-top:10px">Your progress is saved automatically.</p> </section> <section id="result" class="card" style="display:none;text-align:center"> <h2>Your Results</h2> <p id="scoreText" style="font-size:40px;font-weight:900;color:#dc2626">0/0</p> <p id="recommendation"></p> <div class="cta"> <button type="button" id="retakeBtn">Retake Quiz</button> <a href="#faq">Review FAQs</a> </div> </section> <!-- FAQ --> <section id="faq" class="card"> <h2>Kentucky First-Time Homebuyer FAQs</h2> <details open><summary>What credit score is needed to qualify?</summary> <p>Most lenders want a 620–640 middle score for zero-down programs (USDA or KHC). FHA allows 580 with 3.5 % down. VA often requires 620 +, but rapid rescore can help.</p> </details> <details><summary>Does it cost to get pre-approved?</summary> <p>Pre-approvals are usually free, though a credit report fee of around $50 may apply.</p> </details> <details><summary>How long does a pre-approval take?</summary> <p>With documents ready, AUS findings (Desktop Underwriter or GUS) often return within 24 hours.</p> </details> <details><summary>Which programs offer no money down?</summary> <p>USDA and VA offer true zero-down options. KHC assistance and city grants can also cover down payment for FHA or Conventional loans.</p> </details> <details><summary>When can I lock my interest rate?</summary> <p>After you have a signed contract on a property. Most lenders allow a 60–90 day lock with extensions available.</p> </details> <details><summary>How much do I need for closing costs?</summary> <p>Plan for earnest money (~$500), appraisal ($500–650), optional inspection ($300–400), and termite report ($50 for VA). Seller/lender credits can offset these costs.</p> </details> </section> <footer> <p>JJoel Lobb, Mortgage Broker FHA, VA, KHC, USDA |</p> <p>Email: <a href="mailto:kentuckyloan@gmail.com">kentuckyloan@gmail.com</a> | Text/Call: <a href="tel:+15029053708">502-905-3708</a></p> <p>Not endorsed by or affiliated with FHA, VA, USDA, or any government agency. 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