FHA Loans for Home Owners

June 8, 2018 - Is an FHA manufactured home loan right for you? That is a question well worth asking, especially for those concerned that such loans may not be available in certain housing markets. Supply and demand plays an important role in how some lenders approach certain types of FHA loan transactions.

June 6, 2018 - How many FHA loan options to build or buy are out there for those who need a new home? The number and type of options may surprise you. FHA home loans can be used to buy condo units, mobile/manufactured homes, existing construction properties and also new construction.

June 5, 2018 - Regarding luxury items and features in a home, the first and most basic issue is the existence of the pool, barbecue pit, or other similar upgrades. FHA loan rules do not forbid the purchase of a home with these features, but they must meet FHA standards where applicable.

June 2, 2018 - Closing cost guidelines come into play regarding what expenses are considered part of the borrower’s required cash to close. Closing costs can include a lender’s origination fees, pre-paid items such as per diem interest, and discount points where applicable.

May 30, 2018 - What are the FHA loan rules for 203(h) mortgages for disaster victims? HUD 4000.1, the FHA Loan Handbook, has the basic rules and requirements for these loans which are made available to those recovering in federally-declared disaster areas.

May 27, 2018 - When it’s time to refinance, the type of FHA loan you apply for will depend on the outcome of the loan-do you want cash out? A lower mortgage payment? Do you need to do rehab or repairs? Each refinance is different and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution.

May 23, 2018 - A credit freeze is something used by victims of identity theft to prevent new credit accounts being opened in the name of the victim. When the borrower is ready to open any new line of credit, it will be necessary to reach out to all the agencies the credit freeze was initiated with in the first place.

May 19, 2018 - There is a big difference between FHA One-Time Close (OTC) construction loan program and the VA One-Time Close version. FHA OTC loans require a down payment, while VA mortgage loans allow qualified borrowers the option of a zero-money down construction loan.

May 15, 2018 - How does your participating FHA lender decide to approve or deny your FHA mortgage loan? It doesn’t matter if you are applying for a construction loan, refinancing, or buying an existing home. Lenders must follow certain steps to determine your creditworthiness.

May 11, 2018 - For those who want to rehab an existing home rather than having one built from scratch, the FHA 203(k) rehab loan is an important option. This FHA mortgage, which is also available as a refinance loan, allows the borrower to make renovations and improvements to the property.