The Yahoo view: A good choice for borrowers, particularly on the East Coast, PNC Bank offers first-time home buyers grants, PMI-free loans, and medical professional loans. It's also earned a spot on Yahoo Finance's list of the best FHA mortgage lenders. PNC Bank has some in-depth tools for first-time home buyers, a competitive home equity line of credit — and some unique transparency with its mortgage rates. Two areas that could be improved: an easier guide to several specialty loan programs and a better ...