FHA loans are mortgages issued through the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) to help people who have imperfect credit scores or who do not want to provide a large down payment. Not everyone qualifies so please read the FHA loan requirements below. If you have any questions, give us a call or open up a chat. One of our mortgage experts will gladly explain the ins & outs of FHA loans. AmeriSave offers competitively low FHA rates with no loan origination fees. See if you pre-qualify for an FHA loan in just a few minutes!
Key Benefits of an FHA Loan
- Great for first time home buyers
- Lower credit scores allowed
- Down payments as low as 3.5%
- Higher debt-to-income ratios allowed
- Typically lower interest rates than other loan types
- FHA loans allow sellers to contribute up to 6% to cover closing costs
FHA Loan Requirements
- A 600 minimum credit score is needed for consideration. Loans over $700,000 will require at least a 640 score.
- A minimum down payment of 3.5% is required.
- Mortgage loan limits are 115% of your area’s median home price according to HUD – Check Loan Limit
- An appraisal by a HUD-approved appraiser is required.
- Mortgage insurance is required.
- Property must be your primary residence.
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