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Learning Center|FHA Home Loan

FHA Home Loan

An FHA loan offers a government-insured solution with flexible terms, making homeownership more attainable. Even seasoned homeowners often need to plan meticulously for a new home purchase, but FHA loans can assist some buyers in realizing their homeownership dreams with a reduced down payment.

What is an FHA loan?

FHA loans are mortgage options backed by the U.S. Federal Housing Administration. These loans, provided by institutions like banks and credit unions, facilitate home purchases with a lower initial down payment requirement. Buyers may move into their new home with as little as 3.5% down.

What's needed for an FHA loan?

Many of the same documentation requirements apply to FHA loans, just as any lender would expect: employment history, appraisal, and debt-to-income ratio. Additional FHA-specific conditions also apply. Buyers might need to provide a 3.5% down payment, more if their credit score falls below 580. FHA loans are exclusively for the borrower's primary residence.

Credit criteria for FHA loans may be more lenient if other factors demonstrate responsible financial management. Lenders evaluate each application individually and may request extra documentation or explanations. They often accommodate buyers with lower credit scores or shorter credit histories than other loan situations.

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How FHA Loans Operate

  • Purchase your home with as little as a 3.5% down payment (as opposed to the 20% usually required on most loans).
  • Fixed-rate terms of 30-, 25-, 20-, and 15 years are available.
  • A 5-year adjustable rate mortgage is an option.
  • No pre-payment penalties allow you to pay off your mortgage anytime.

Minimum FICO Score

  • 500 with debt-to-income limits
  • 580 high balance with limits

Down Payment

  • 3.5% minimum borrower
  • Down Payment Assistance Programs are available for those who qualify

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Primary residence

Other Highlights

  • UPMIP financed
  • Monthly mortgage insurance required
  • 100% gift funds allowed
  • Up to 6% seller contribution