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Whether you’re starting from the ground up or breathing new life into your current home, we’re here to help you explore the financing options that fit your goals. This page is designed to help you figure out the right path—whether you’re building a brand-new home, renovating your current one, or considering a major upgrade.
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Use C&F’s 1x construction-to-permanent loan program to build your dream home.
With just one application and one closing, our construction-to-permanent loan simplifies the process of financing a new build. Once construction is complete, the loan automatically converts to a permanent mortgage—saving you time, money, and hassle.
Are you a builder looking to learn more about our CP program?


Renovate
Tap into your home equity.
If you’ve built up equity in your current home, you may be able to access it through a cash-out refinance or home equity loan. This can give you the funds to renovate without taking out a separate loan. Refinancing to tap into your home’s equity replaces your current mortgage with a new, larger one and gives you the difference in cash, while a home equity loan is a separate loan that lets you borrow a lump sum against your equity without changing your existing mortgage.
Use a renovation mortgage loan.
A renovation loan allows you to finance both your home and the cost of improvements in one mortgage. Ideal if you’re buying a fixer-upper or making major updates to your existing space.
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The 2-1 Buy Down Mortgage Product provides the opportunity for homeowners to temporarily lower the interest rate during the first two years in exchange for an upfront additional fee. This loan program is favorable in a higher interest rate environment because it enables lower monthly payments during the first 2 years.
- Year 1: In the first year, the interest rate is 2% lower than the note rate
- Year 2: In the second year, the interest rate is 1% lower than the note rate
- Year 3 & Beyond: Once the first two years are completed, interest is calculated at the note rate
Program Highlights:
- Borrower must qualify at the note rate
- Standard agency guidelines apply
- Only seller funds can be used to buy down the interest rate
- Borrower funds cannot be used
- Eligible on Conventional, FHA, and VA loans
- Primary, single family residence only
Buying a home is a large investment. Fortunately, there are many affordable housing opportunities available to help make home financing more attainable from low-to-no down payment options to down payment and closing cost assistance grants and more.
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With our 100% financing mortgage, buyers can purchase a home with zero down payment—making homeownership more accessible than ever. For homebuyers, this means getting into a home sooner without the hurdle of a large down payment. For real estate agents and referral partners, this is a powerful solution to help more clients buy, even in today’s market.
This program offers two term options: a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage or a 7/1 ARM (Adjustable-Rate Mortgage). The ARM offers a lower, fixed rate for the first 7 years, giving buyers time to build equity and plan for the future. This is a 30-year loan with an initial fixed-rate period of 7 years followed by an adjustable-rate period which then adjusts every year based on current interest rates. The rate may increase after closing.
Program Highlights:
- Up to 100% financing (0% down payment)
- Primary residence, purchase only
- No income or property location restrictions
- Loan amount up to conforming loan limits
When interest rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages are high, an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) loan could be a favorable alternative. ARM loans are typically 30-year loans comprised of 2 distinct periods: 1. fixed-rate period where the rate does not change and then the 2. adjustable-rate period where the rate can fluctuate based on the market. C&F Mortgage offers 5, 7 and 10 year ARM loans.
- 5/5 ARM: Fixed rate for five years and then adjusts every 5 years based on current interest rates.
- 7/1 ARM: Fixed rate for seven years and then adjusts every year based on current interest rates.
- 10/1 ARM: Fixed rate for ten years and then adjusts every year based on current interest rates.
There are many reasons borrowers choose an ARM loan over a fixed-rate:
- ARM loans can keep mortgage payments lower during the early years of the loan.
- ARM loans can be more favorable for those planning on moving in the next few years, such as individuals seeking starter homes or homeowners who may anticipate downsizing within the next 5 to 10 years.
- ARM loans may be a good option for those that think interest rates will decrease in the future.
Program Highlights:
- Primary and second homes only
- Up to 95% Loan-To-Value (5% down payment) on primary purchases and rate/term refinances
- 90% Max LTV allowed for second home purchases and rate/term refinances
- Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina
We are proud to offer a range of flexible mortgage solutions tailored to meet the needs of diverse borrowers. The Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) loan provides an option allowing borrowers with ITIN cards to qualify for a mortgage as long as they meet the eligibility requirements.
In addition, when interest rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages are high, an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) loan can be favorable. 7/1 and 10/1 ARMs are 30-year loans with an initial fixed-rate period followed by an adjustable-rate period.
- 7/1 ARM: Fixed rate for seven years and then adjusts every year based on current interest rates.
- 10/1 ARM: Fixed rate for ten years and then adjusts every year based on current interest rates.
Program Highlights:
- Up to 95% Loan-To-Value (5% down payment) on primary purchases and rate/term refinances
- 90% Max LTV allowed for second home purchases and rate/term refinances
- 80% Max LTV allowed on cashout refinances
- Commitment fee is 1.5% of the loan amount
- No MI required
- Conforming loan maximum by market
- Two most recent bank statements to verify closing funds
- 1 year tax return filed with ITIN to support income
- At least 2 credit lines with minimum 1-year history for each borrower
This portfolio product, offered by C&F, provides the opportunity for homeowners to finance a higher-priced home at a lower rate for 7 years with a 30-year amortization. This allows the monthly payment to be lower than a 30-year fixed rate throughout the term of the loan and then the remaining balance is due and payable at the end of the 7-year term (known as a balloon payment).
Refinance options may be available for this remaining balance. This program is based on a 20% down payment with an initial period of 7 years amortized for 30 years. At the end of the balloon period, the balance is due and payable. This is an excellent option for borrowers looking to lock into a lower rate for an extended period of time in a rising rate environment.
Program Highlights:
- Up to $1,000,000 loan amount
- Single unit properties only
- Primary and second home options available
- VA and NC homes only
- 80% maximum loan-to-value | 70% maximum loan-to-value on second home
- Ability to use qualifying assets for income qualification regardless of borrower's age
- Streamlined application and approval process
- Fixed rate for 7 years with a balloon payment feature at the end of the 7-year term
- Property address required
Within this product, C&F offers a 270-day extended lock option. A mortgage extended lock is an opportunity to secure a specific interest rate for a period longer than the standard lock period, which is typically 30 to 60 days. This extended lock provides borrowers with protection against potential interest rate fluctuations during an extended timeframe, allowing them to secure a predetermined rate even if the loan closing takes more time.
Program Highlights:
- Extended lock available up to 270 days
- 0.50 point due upfront and refunded at closing
- Property Address Required
- Option to float down C&F Mortgage product/rate prior to close
- Refundable .50 Point may be used towards rate buydown
- View full product description under C&F 7-Year Balloon with 30-Year Amortization
An asset depletion mortgage allows you to qualify for a mortgage by converting liquid assets into income. This is a great option for borrowers who don’t have traditional sources of income and documentation like W2s, pay stubs, or tax returns, such as the self-employed, retirees, and high-net-worth individuals.
This portfolio product, offered by C&F, provides the opportunity for homeowners to finance a higher-priced home at a lower rate for 7 years with a 30-year amortization. This allows the monthly payment to be lower than a 30-year fixed rate throughout the term of the loan and then the remaining balance may be refinanced at the end of the 7-year term (known as a balloon payment). This program is based on a 20% down payment with an initial period of 7 years amortized for 30 years. At the end of the balloon period, the balance is due and payable.
Program Highlights:
- Up to $1 million loan amount
- Single unit properties only
- Primary and second home options available
- VA and NC homes only
- 80% maximum loan-to-value on primary | 70% maximum loan-to-value on second home
- Ability to use qualifying assets for income qualification regardless of borrower's age
- Streamlined application and approval process
- Fixed rate for 7 years with a balloon payment feature at the end of the 7-year term
- Extended lock options available
Looking for an opportunity to lower your mortgage interest rate in a rising rate environment? C&F’s 7-year balloon with 30-year amortization product offers the ability for the rate to be permanently bought down by 1.25% in rate. The cost of this is a below market fee of 2.25 points which can be paid by the seller. For example, if the note rate is 6.25%, the buydown would reduce the rate for the term of the loan to 5.00%.
This allows the monthly payment to be lower than a 30-year fixed rate throughout the term of the loan and then the remaining balance may be refinanced at the end of the 7-year term (known as a balloon payment). This program is based on a 20% down payment with an initial period of 7 years amortized for 30 years. At the end of the balloon period, the balance is due and payable.
Program Highlights:
- Must meet qualifying criteria for the program
- Rate can be bought down by builder, seller or borrower
- Up to $1 million loan amount
The Chase Community Lending Program was created to help underserved customers by offering a 1.50 point pricing incentive on conventional loans originated in communities they have designated as underserved communities. This program can significantly improve pricing to help increase qualification and save money for borrowers.
Program Highlights:
- 1.50 point pricing incentive on conventional loans
- Must be in designated census tract
- As low as 3% down payment options available
- Flexible income limitations
- Purchase or refinance
This portfolio product, offered by C&F, provides the opportunity for homeowners to finance both the construction of their dream home and the permanent financing through a one-time streamlined loan closing. This program offers a 12-month construction term, followed by a 30-year amortized permanent mortgage with a 7-year balloon.* At the end of the construction phase, the borrower may have the option to:
Modify to a permanent secondary market fixed rate mortgage at the current market rate
Or, remain as a 7-year balloon product – loan must be paid off or refinanced at the end of the 7-year term
This product is an excellent option for those looking to build their dream home.
Program Highlights:
- One-Time Close Construction to Permanent loan with option to roll to permanent 7-year balloon OR modify to secondary market fixed rate mortgage at current market rate once construction is completed
- 90% Loan-To-Value up to conforming high balance loan limit on primary residence only
- 80% Loan-To-Value up to $1 million loan amount on primary and secondary residence
- 75% Loan-To-Value $1,000,001 to $1.25 million loan amount on primary residence only
- 70% Loan-To-Value $1,250,001 to $1.5 million loan amount on primary residence only
- Modification to secondary market fixed rate mortgage only applies on loan amounts up to conforming high balance loan limit
- Monthly mortgage insurance required on Loan-To-Value over 80%
- Interest-only payments during construction
- VA and NC homes only
* C&F 7-Year Balloon: This program is a 30-year amortized permanent mortgage with a 7-year balloon. This allows the monthly payment to be lower than a 30-year fixed rate throughout the term of the loan and then the remaining balance is due and payable at the end of the 7-year term (known as a balloon payment). This program is based on a 20% down payment with an initial period of 7 years amortized for 30 years. Refinance options may be available for this remaining balance.
A 2x construction to permanent loan provides funding for both the construction and subsequent permanent financing of a home. The loan initially covers the construction phase, and upon completion, converts into a long-term mortgage.
Program Highlights:
- Low construction rate and loan fees
- Interest-only payments during construction
- Up to 90% financing available (loan amount restrictions apply)
- No mortgage insurance required during the construction phase
- Jumbo, rehab and second home options available
- Use your current land as equity for down payment
- Lot loans up to 70% loan-to-value with multiple term options and competitive rates
A conventional loan is a mortgage that is not part of a specific government program. Homebuyers may choose a conventional loan because they offer the best interest rates and loan terms — usually resulting in a lower monthly payment. Homeowners may also choose a conventional loan if they have 20% to put down and avoid mortgage insurance.
- As low as 3% down payment if first-time homebuyer
- As low as 5% down payment if not first-time homebuyer
- Ideal for borrowers with stronger credit history
This program offers expanded eligibility guidelines to help borrowers achieve homeownership.
Program Highlights:
- As low as 3% down payment
- Lower mortgage insurance (MI) options
- Flexible down payment sources
- Comprehensive homeownership education
- Income limits vary by location
This program offers more options and credit flexibilities than ever before to help mid-to-low income borrowers attain the dream of owning a home.
Program Highlights:
- As low as 3% down payment
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) offers flexible lending programs that provide mortgage solutions to qualified borrowers.
Program Highlights:
- As low as 3.5% down payment
- Purchase and refinance options available
- More credit flexibility
- Monetary gifts from family accepted toward down payment, closing costs, discount points, and other prepaid expenses allowed
- Good Neighbor Next Door Program (GNND) allowed (only available on FHA REO properties)
Through our partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta, we are proud to offer down-payment and closing cost assistance to those who spend their lives assisting others.
Program Highlights:
- Up to $20,000 in grant funds
- No first-time buyer requirement
- Available for qualified current or retired law enforcement officers, educators, healthcare workers, firefighters, other first responders, veterans and active-duty military, or their surviving spouse who are purchasing a home
- Income limits apply
- Must contribute at least $1,000 toward the purchase of the home
- Must occupy the home as the primary residence for at least five years
- Complete a homebuyer education and financial literacy course specified by the FHLBank Atlanta
- All funds available on a first come first serve basis
- Properties in certain counties in Virginia, Maryland and North Carolina
Through our partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB), we are proud to offer these grant funds to be used toward your down payment or closing costs. The FHLB Workforce Housing Plus+ grant program is intended to help with rising home prices and inflation by providing down payment and closing cost assistance to homebuyers. Borrowers who qualify are eligible to apply and receive up to $15,000 in grant funds.
Program Highlights:
- Up to $15,000 in grant funds
- First-time and non-first-time homebuyers buying a primary residence
- Income limits between 80.01% up to 120% of area median income (AMI)
- Income cannot be under 80% AMI
- $1,000 minimum contribution with a maximum of $250 cash back at closing
- Counseling required
Through our partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB), we are proud to offer these grant funds to be used toward your down payment or closing costs. To help you get your homeownership journey started, this grant program can assist first-time buyers in accessing funds for down payment and closing costs incurred when purchasing a home. Funding is available to qualified first-time buyers.
Program Highlights:
- Up to $17,500 in grant funds
This is a loan when the loan amount exceeds the conforming loan limits set by the government.
Contact us to learn more about our specific Jumbo options.
Program Highlights:
- Loans up to $3 million on primary residences
- Loans up to $2 million on second homes
- Financing on 1-unit investment properties
- 90% LTV on loans up to $900k (mortgage insurance required; 1-unit primary only)
- 89.9% LTV - no MI required on loans up to $1 million (1-unit primary only)
- Financing on condos available
- Cash-out refinances and ARMs available
Sometimes unique circumstances or challenging scenarios can push borrowers outside of traditional financing guidelines. Luckily, at C&F Mortgage we offer non-QM mortgage options that expand the financing solutions available to help make homeownership possible.
Program Options Include:
- Bank Statement Options
- ITIN Options
- Platinum Jumbo Options
- 1099 Options
- DSCR Options
- Non-Warrantable Condos
- And more, call us to learn more
If you are a first-time home buyer or military veteran and qualify for an NC Home Advantage Mortgage™, you may be eligible for $15,000 in down payment assistance with the NC 1st Home Advantage Down Payment. This down payment help is a 0%, deferred second mortgage, which is forgiven 20% per year at the end of years 11-15, with complete forgiveness at the end of year 15.
Program Highlights:
- Up to $15,000 in down payment assistance
- Must be a first-time home buyer (haven't owned a home as principal residence in the past three years) or a military veteran or are buying in a targeted census tract
- Must meet the income and sales price limits
- Purchases in North Carolina
For both first-time and move-up home buyers, our NC Home Advantage Mortgage™ provides qualified individuals with stable, fixed-rate mortgages and down payment assistance up to 3% of the loan amount. The Agency also offers a $15,000 down payment assistance option – the NC 1st Home Advantage Down Payment – just for first-time buyers and military veterans who meet additional eligibility criteria.
Repayment of all of our down payment options is required only if you sell, refinance or transfer your home before year 15 – the down payment assistance is forgiven at 20% per year at the end of years 11–15, with complete forgiveness at the end of year 15.
Program Highlights:
- Down payment assistance up to 3% of the loan amount
- Opportunity to add the NC 1st Home Advantage Down Payment, a $15,000 down payment assistance option
- Income cannot exceed $140,000
- Purchases in North Carolina
- Must qualify for FHA, USDA, VA or conventional loan and meet the sales price limits of the loan type
Allows for the financing of all improvements that are fixed on the property that add value, including luxury items permanently attached such as swimming pools and patios (cannot exceed 75% of as completed value).
Program Highlights:
- Purchase or refinance
- Primary, second home or investment property
- Requires as little as 5% down on primary residences and 10% down on second homes and investment properties
FHA 203(k) loans are backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and designed to help borrowers finance a home that needs significant repairs.
Program Highlights:
- Used for remodeling and repairs
- Purchase or refinance
- Primary residence only
- Loan amount based on the lesser of as-completed value of the home or sales price, plus the total cost of renovation
- Requires only 3.5% down payment
- Allows monetary gifts from family
- Minimum renovation of $5,000 for Standard (Maximum based on project specifications)
- Maximum renovation of $75,000 for Limited (No minimum)
Allows VA qualified borrowers to borrow up to 100% of the lesser of the sales price plus repairs or the “after approved” value of the home
Program Highlights:
- Purchase or refinance
- Primary residence only
- Up to $50,000 in repairs
This loan program is offered through the Rural Housing Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and is designed to assist low and moderate income residents by providing better access to affordable housing finance options including little out-of-pocket costs in eligible areas.
Program Highlights:
- Up to 100% financing
- No cash reserves requirements
- Closing costs can be financed if certain requirements are met
- More credit flexibility
- No first-time homebuyer requirement
- Property must be primary residence
- Income and credit restrictions apply
- Limited to "rural" areas as designated by USDA
This loan program is a government lending option designed to make homeownership affordable for qualified US veterans or surviving spouses.
Program Highlights:
- Up to 100% financing (purchase only)
- More credit flexibility
- No monthly mortgage insurance
- No first-time homebuyer requirement
- Gift funds acceptable for closing costs
- A variety of terms or loan types available
- Purchase or refinance
Virginia Housing offers affordable housing opportunities for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. The Closing Cost Assistance Grant reduces the out-of-pocket expenses for borrowers applying for either a Rural Housing Service (RHS) or Veterans Affairs (VA) loan. This grant makes these 100% financing programs even more affordable.
Program Highlights:
- Could eliminate funds needed for closing
- No repayment required
- First-time buyer required
Virginia Housing offers affordable housing opportunities for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. The Virginia Housing Conventional loan provides affordable financing for first-time and repeat homebuyers.
Program Highlights:
- As low as 3% down payment required
- Affordable monthly payment
- Helps existing homebuyers “move up”
- As low as 1% down with Virginia Housing DPA Grant
- Could help to reduce existing mortgage payment
- Available for first-time and repeat buyers
- Eligible for Virginia Housing’s Down Payment Assistance grant (DPA) (restrictions apply)
- Available for limited cash-out transactions as well as purchases
- Eligible for Virginia Housing’s Plus Second Mortgage.
Virginia Housing offers affordable housing opportunities for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. This grant program gives qualified first-time homebuyers a percentage of their purchase price to be used toward the down payment.
Program Highlights:
- Receive up to 2.5% of the purchase price for FHA loans or 2% for Fannie Mae
- Borrower must contribute at least 1% of the sales price (money can come from a gift)
- Can be used with Virginia Housing Fannie Mae & Virginia Housing FHA
- No repayment required
- Cannot be combined with VA, USDA, Plus Loans, Virginia Housing Conventional bond or other down payment assistance programs
- Must meet income limits
Virginia Housing offers affordable housing opportunities for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. Virginia Housing offers several types of federal government loans for first-time homebuyers. These loans are eligible for Virginia Housing grants that reduce the out-of-pocket expenses for qualified borrowers.
Program Highlights:
- FHA insured
- As low as 3.5% down payment
- Liberal credit qualifying
- As low as 1% down with Virginia Housing DPA Grant
- Eligible for Virginia Housing’s Down Payment Assistance grant (DPA) (restrictions apply)
- Eligible for Virginia Housing’s Plus Second Mortgage
Virginia Housing offers affordable housing opportunities for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. FirstHome Dream is a new program designed for first-generation homebuyers across Virginia, offering a 2% reduction on Virginia Housing’s standard mortgage interest rate – making the path to homeownership more affordable than ever.
Program Highlights:
- 2% reduction to the interest rate published by Virginia Housing
- First generation homebuyer*
- The first mortgage must be one of Virginia Housing’s bond programs (Conventional Bond, FHA Bond, VA Bond or RHS Bond)
- Various down payment assistance options are available, including Virginia Housing's Plus Second Mortgage, Down Payment Assistance Grant, Closing Cost Assistance Grant as well as outside assistance, subject to program guidelines
*All borrowers have never owned a home (primary, secondary, investment), even if purchasing in a targeted area. The borrower's spouse, whether or not they are a borrower, has never owned a home, including primary, secondary, or investment, excluding ownership of heirs' property as defined. All borrowers' parents and/or legal guardians have not owned a home in the last 3 years, including primary, secondary, and investment excluding ownership of heirs' property as defined.
Virginia Housing offers affordable housing opportunities for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. The Virginia Housing Plus Second Mortgage eliminates the down payment requirement for qualified first-time homebuyers by pairing an eligible Virginia Housing first mortgage with a Virginia Housing second mortgage to cover the down payment.
Program Highlights:
- Eliminates funds needed for a down payment
- Helps to keep total mortgage payment affordable
- Could eliminate funds needed at closing
- Increases homeownership for first-time and specific repeat buyers
- Higher income limits assist buyers who don’t qualify for grant funds
Virginia Housing offers affordable housing opportunities for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. Virginia Housing offers several types of federal government loans for first-time homebuyers. These loans are eligible for Virginia Housing grants that reduce the out-of-pocket expenses for qualified borrowers.
Program Highlights:
- USDA guaranteed
- As low as 0% down payment
- Low mortgage insurance
- Eligible for Virginia Housing’s Closing Cost Assistance (CCA) grant
Virginia Housing offers affordable housing opportunities for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. Virginia Housing offers several types of federal government loans for first-time homebuyers. These loans are eligible for Virginia Housing grants that reduce the out-of-pocket expenses for qualified borrowers.
Program Highlights:
- VA guaranteed
- As low as 0% down payment
- Liberal credit qualifying
- Eligible for Virginia Housing’s Closing Cost Assistance (CCA) grant
The information contained herein (including but not limited to any description of the company and its lending programs and products, eligibility criteria, interest rates, fees and all other loan terms) is subject to change without notice. Restrictions apply. This is an advertisement and not a commitment to lend. C&F Mortgage Corporation NMLS# 147312 Equal Housing Lender.