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What is an FHA Loan?

The FHA loan is a government-backed mortgage that’s popular with first time homebuyers because of its flexible qualifying requirements. If you have a limited down payment and a lower credit score, you may find it easier to get approved for an FHA loan and more affordable than a conventional loan.

FHA Loan Benefits may include:

  • Low rates and fees.
  • Minimum cash out of pocket.
  • Down payment gifts are acceptable.
  • Closing costs can be paid by seller or lender.
  • Appraisal waiver available on an FHA streamline refinance.
  • No prepayment penalty.

FHA Loan Limits

Low-Cost Area Loan limits for FHA in 2024.

Units Contiguous 48 States Alaska, Hawaii, Guam and US Virgin Islands
One $498,257 $1,724,725
Two $637,950 $2,208,375
Three $771,125 $2,669,275
Four $958,350 $3,317,400

High-Cost Area Loan limits for FHA in 2024.

Units Contiguous 48 States Alaska, Hawaii, Guam and US Virgin Islands
One $1,149,825 $1,724,725
Two $1,472,250 $2,208,375
Three $1,779,525 $2,669,275
Four $2,211,600 $3,317,400

FHA Loan Guidelines:

Max loan to value. Up to 96.5% purchase and 97.75% rate and term refinance. Up to 80% cash-out.

Term. Fixed terms available from 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 years and 5-year ARM’s.

Mortgage insurance. Upfront mortgage insurance and monthly mortgage insurance is required.

Credit Score. Our minimum requirement is a 600 median score.

Debt-to-income ratio. 43% is standard however we have seen approvals up to 60% DTI. Debt-to-income (DTI) ratio by dividing your total debt by your gross monthly income.

Occupancy. It must be your primary residence however you can purchase up to a 4-unit property if you live in one of the units.

Property type. 1–4-unit homes, condominiums, townhomes, and manufactured housing on a permanent foundation.

Appraisal. Required unless it is a streamline refinance.

Resources.

FHA Handbook

Mortgagee Letters

MIP Guide