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What is the Up Front Mortgage Insurance Premium and how much does it cost?
FHA collects a one-time Up Front Mortgage Insurance Premium (UFMIP) and an annual insurance premium (MIP) which is collected in monthly installments. Most FHA loan programs make the UFMIP a requiremen...
What is mortgage insurance and why is it a requirement for FHA loans?
Mortgage insurance is a policy that protects lenders against losses that result from defaults on home mortgages. FHA requires both upfront and annual mortgage insurance for all borrowers, regardless o...
Do FHA mortgages have loan limits?
The FHA has a maximum loan amount that it will insure, which is known as the FHA lending limit. If you are looking to buy a house that exceeds this limit, you are required to pay the difference as you...