Since being created by Congress in 1934 the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has insured over 34 million mortgages on single family homes. The low down payment requirement and relaxed credit standards of the FHA have allowed millions of people to achieve the dream of home ownership. While the advantages of an FHA mortgage are compelling […]
How Many Years Will I Pay FHA Mortgage Insurance? The Answer May Surprise You
December 1, 2015 Leave a Comment Filed Under: Benefits of FHA Mortgage, FHA loan, FHA mortgage, FHA Mortgage Insurance
FHA Eases Guidelines on Condo Loans
November 13, 2015 Filed Under: Benefits of FHA Mortgage, FHA Condo Loans, FHA Eligibility Requirements, FHA loan, FHA mortgage, FHA property
Many potential buyers and mortgage lenders have long complained about what they consider to be tight restrictions on condo related FHA mortgage financing. In an attempt to expand financing options for borrowers purchasing condos the Federal Housing Administration announced changes that make it easier to obtain FHA financing for condos. The new guidelines, as detailed […]
How Much Money Can I Get From A Reverse Mortgage? A Step By Step Procedure
July 31, 2012 Filed Under: Benefits of FHA Mortgage, FHA HECM, FHA Home Equity Conversion Mortgage, FHA loan, FHA mortgage, FHA Mortgage Basics, FHA reverse mortgage
We have previously discussed the merits and potential drawbacks of the reverse mortgage program. The reverse mortgage is officially known as the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage or HECM. A reverse mortgage is obtained through the FHA and is a relatively small part of their lending business. While the FHA will receive almost two million routine […]
List of FHA Foreclosed Homes For Sale Reveals Bargains For Homebuyers
July 20, 2012 Filed Under: Benefits of FHA Mortgage, FHA 203(k) Loan, FHA loan, FHA mortgage, FHA Mortgage Basics, FHA property, HUD foreclosed homes
The FHA is swamped with foreclosed homes that they are trying to sell nationwide. Single family homes foreclosed on by the FHA are being sold through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Since holding an empty house is an expensive proposition for a lender, HUD is a motivated seller. Accordingly, many single […]
Becoming A Homeowner Is A Difficult Goal For Many Americans
July 19, 2012 Filed Under: Benefits of FHA Mortgage, FHA loan, FHA mortgage
Most Americans have traditionally viewed home ownership as part of the American dream. Owning a home was rightfully viewed as one of the bedrock principles for building long term wealth through equity appreciation. For decade after decade home values increased and by 2007, the mantra of “home values never decline” became part of the national […]