FHA Loans
Low down payment options and flexible credit requirements make the FHA loan program an ideal choice for many first-time buyers.
What is an FHA home loan?
Do low down payment options and flexible credit requirements sound good? Of course, they do! FHA loans offer those benefits, as well as the option to use gift funds for down payment and closing costs. Relatives, employers, unions, charitable organizations, government agencies, and even friends can gift funds for you to use in the transaction. FHA loans make it possible for you to buy the home of your dreams while keeping cash in your pocket.
These are called FHA loans because the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insures this type of mortgage after it has been issued by an FHA-approved lender. One important thing to keep in mind is that if you finance your home using an FHA loan, you’ll have to pay mortgage insurance. These insurance premiums help protect lenders in case an FHA borrower defaults on their loan.
With less-than-perfect credit or little down, you could qualify for an FHA and pay only 3.5% down on your home.