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There are a couple of different routes you can take in making this dream a reality. You can buy the land now and wait to build, or you can buy the land and build the home at the same time.

Buying Land to Build a Home: Loan Options and Tips from AgSouth Loan Officers

So you want to buy land and build your dream home? There are a couple of different routes you can take in making this dream a reality. You can buy the land now and wait to build, or you can buy the land and build the home at the same time. Both routes have benefits.
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If you’re considering buying an existing home with acreage, there are several important things to understand before making this investment.

Buying an Existing Country Home with Acreage: What to Know Before You Buy and How Financing Works

Buying an existing country home with acreage? Learn what to know before you buy, from rural living considerations to financing and appraisal requirements.
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Building a Home? What Homeowners Wish They Knew During a Construction-to-Permanent Loan

Construction-to-Permanent Tips from Real Homeowners

Thinking about building a home? Discover lessons learned from real AgSouth Mortgages customers on budgeting, builders, and the construction-to-permanent loan process.
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Your Step-by-Step Home Loan Checklist for a Smooth Approval

8/12/2025
Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones—and one of its most detailed processes. Between gathering paperwork, comparing loan options, and scheduling inspections, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why AgSouth Mortgages is here to make things easier. We created this Home Loan Checklist to help you feel prepared and confident from day one. Whether you’re purchasing a home, refinancing, or building something brand new, having your documentation in order can keep things moving smoothly and help you avoid last-minute delays.
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Financing a Barndominium in Six Steps

Owning a Barndominium is something you’ve always dreamed of, but the steps to make it all happen aren’t super clear. Fortunately, there are several ways you can finance a Barndominium and Farm Credit specializes in loans for exactly these types of properties.
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What is a Good Debt to Income Ratio and How to Calculate Yours

The debt to income ratio is used largely when getting a home or lot loan, but it can also help land buyers know their overall financial health before applying for a large acreage land loan. Before you apply for a loan, you should know your ratio and how it might affect your loan approval or terms.
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Construction to Permanent FAQs

The Best Answers to Your Construction to Permanent Loan Questions

Want to build your home? Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about our Construction to Permanent Loan Programs. Learn about down payments, term options, barndominiums, out of pocket fees and more.
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Increase Your Home Value Now with These Top 5 Upgrades

Increase Your Home Value Now with These Top 5 Upgrades

Wonder what improvements can add the most value to your home? We talked with a certified general appraiser to discuss the best (and smartest) upgrades you can make to your home that add value. 
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Land Loan FAQs: Can I Bundle Land and Home Loans?

This edition of our FAQ Land Series covers the common question of bundling land and home loans.
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Home Loan FAQs: What is Private Mortgage Insurance?

What is Private Mortgage Insurance and are there benefits to the borrower for having it? It's complicated. Learn more after the jump.
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