The FHA loan program was created to help increase homeownership. The FHA program makes buying a home easier and less expensive than other types of real estate mortgage home loan programs. Here are just some Examples of how FHA can help you buy a home,
Minimal Down Payment and Closing Costs.
Downpayment less than 3% of Sales Price
100% Financing options available
No reserves or required.
FHA regulated closing costs.
Seller can credit up to 6% of sales price towards buyers costs.
Easier Credit Qualifying Guidelines such as:
No minimum FICO score or credit score requirments.
FHA will allow a home purchase 2 years after a Bankruptcy.
FHA will allow a home purchase 2 years after a Foreclosure.
Easier Debt Ratio & Job Requirement Guidelines such as:
Higher Debt Ratio's than other home loan programs.
Less than two years on the job is allowed.
Self-Employed individuals o.k.
Here are some FHA Questions and Answers
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