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A lot of people want to be a homeowner, but they have a hard time getting the bank to get them a loan. There can be a lot of reasons for this. They could have struggled with medical bills in the past, they may have gone through a period of unemployment, or they own their own business, and the income fluctuates each month.

There are many reasons people are turned down for loans. Some properties are also turned down for conventional loans as well, and so many possibilities that someone may be denied a loan.

Many people are able to buy a home without using the bank. If the seller is willing to carry the contract, then you can buy a home.

Each situation is different. Some seller’s want at least 20% down, while others just want to know that you will be able to cover the payment and just want out of the property. The length of the contract and the percentage of the interest rate is also different for each situation.

It is a good idea to still use the services of a Realtor if you can, so that you can negotiate terms that you are happy with, as well as have another set of eyes to go over the contract, and point out anything that you need to be aware of. Seller financing, also called owner finance is a great way to become a homeowner without having to deal with the requirements or restrictions of a bank.