Yes, effective January 1, 2010 FHA will implement the HVCC. This was announced 9/18/09.
No . . . as of June 24, 2009.
FHA doesn't have residual income guidelines...this applies to VA loans
The FHA repossession guidelines for properties involve the lender taking back the property if the borrower defaults on the loan. The lender must follow specific procedures and timelines set by the FHA to repossess the property.
No Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are not FHA lenders. FHA loans are guaranteed loans and the others are not. FHA loans also have different guidelines and qualification tools.
FHA loans are handled differently and have guidelines set forth by the government restricting everything from income limits to down payment amounts. The normal mortgage lenders have guidelines but not nearly as strict as FHA.
Yes, you can sell your FHA home, but there are specific guidelines and requirements that must be followed. These may include ensuring that the buyer meets FHA loan qualifications and obtaining approval from the lender.
An FHA loan has more guidelines and rules than a conventional loan does. An FHA loans are only available on certain houses and you can get a conventional loan on any house if your credit meets the requirements.
FHA guidelines do not require a "Minimum" FICO in order to obtain an FHA loan. Many investors that make FHA loans do, however, have a minimum FICO requirement. Contact a knowledgeable Mortgage professional in your area and he will be able to help you with additional information.
Yes, the 92900LT form is a current FHA form used for the FHA loan process. It is specifically designed for lenders to provide information regarding the borrower's loan application status and to confirm that the loan qualifies for FHA insurance. Always check with the HUD or FHA website for the most up-to-date forms and guidelines, as they may change.
Most reverse mortgages today are government insured reverse mortgages. This simply means its an FHA loan. The FHA HECM program insures the loan to the lenders, provided they follow FHA's guidelines for doing reverse mortgages.
The FHA does not have specific guidelines for auto repossession. Auto repossession is typically governed by state laws and the terms of the loan agreement between the borrower and the lender. It is important to review the terms of the loan agreement and consult with legal counsel if facing auto repossession.
The FHA, or Federal Housing Administration, provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved lenders. FHA insures these loans on single family and multi-family homes in the United States and its territories. It is the largest insurer of residential mortgages in the world, insuring tens of millions of properties since 1934 when it was created. Learn more about FHA loan requirements and guidelines.