FHA Loan Requirements
Whether you're a first time homebuyer, moving to a new home, or want to refinance your existing conventional or FHA mortgage, the FHA loan program will let you purchase a home with a low down payment and flexible guidelines.
- The Facts About FHA Credit Requirements and FICO® Scores
- Do FHA Loan Requirements Apply to All Borrowers?
- Your FHA Loan Credit Qualifications
FHA Limits for 2019
FHA loan limits were established to define how much you can borrow for a HUD-backed mortgage. Each state has different limits, so be sure to look up your state to understand what is available for your FHA home loan.
Down Payment Grants for FHA Loans
Paying the upfront costs of buying a new home can be challenging. To help overcome this hurdle, many local and state agencies offer down payment assistance in the form of grants or second mortgages.
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FHA Loan Articles and Mortgage News
July 10, 2019 - There are many borrowers who worry that they won’t qualify for a home loan because of past credit mistakes, low FICO scores, and other problems. What do you need to know about fixing your credit ahead of an FHA home loan or any other major credit application?
July 9, 2019 - Interest rates in recent months have moved to lows that have prompted many to consider refinancing their real estate and taking advantage of the lower rates while they last. But what should home buyers know about the nature of mortgage rates in general?
July 8, 2019 - Whether you're a first time homebuyer, moving to a new home, or want to refinance your existing conventional or FHA mortgage, the FHA loan program will let you purchase a home with a low down payment and flexible guidelines.
July 7, 2019 - There are many uses for an FHA mortgage loan, and not everyone is aware of those options. You are not limited to buying a typical suburban house with an FHA loan whether you are a first-time home buyer or a repeat mortgage borrower.
July 6, 2019 - Buying a home is a major investment and it pays to prepare early. Expect to make a down payment of at least 3.5% of the adjusted value of the home, save up for closing costs, and be ready for the lender to take a close look at your finances and work history.
July 5, 2019 - An FHA forward mortgage allows the borrower to apply for funds to purchase the home, with options to finance the Up-Front Mortgage Insurance Premium and certain approved, appraiser-required corrections where applicable.
July 4, 2019 - FHA loan rules permit down payment help that meets FHA and lender requirements. You can get down payment gift fund help from a state agency or other government program, parents, and employers.
July 3, 2019 - Borrowers should be prepared to come to the home loan process with no fewer than 12 consecutive months of on-time payments on all financial obligations. Lenders want to see patterns of responsible credit use and reliable payments.
July 2, 2019 - If you are planning to apply for an FHA home loan or any other type of mortgage, you will need to review your credit report long before you start filling out loan paperwork. One of the most important reasons to start early is to check for errors or evidence of identity theft.
July 1, 2019 - With rates so low, what do you need to know about refinancing to get a better mortgage rate? If you are shopping around for a loan and have not yet applied for a refinance, the rates you see today may change tomorrow.
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Homebuyer Terminology
If you’re getting ready to shop around for mortgage options, it’s a good idea to brush up on some of the technical terms in our Mortgage Glossary. You’re going to be hearing a lot of them!
