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FHA Home Loan

An FHA home loan is a government-insured mortgage that helps buyers—especially first-time homebuyers, get into a home with a low down payment.

One of the biggest challenges for many buyers is saving enough for a traditional down payment, but FHA loans make homeownership more accessible with flexible guidelines and reduced upfront costs.These loans are ideal for those with limited savings or less-than-perfect credit, offering a path to your dream home sooner.

Backed by the Federal Housing Administration, FHA loans provide lenders with protection, allowing more lenient qualification requirements.

Contact us today to learn how an FHA loan can help you achieve homeownership with ease!

What is an FHA loan?

FHA loans are mortgages backed by the U.S. Federal Housing Administration. Lenders, such as banks and credit unions, that provide FHA loans provide funding for home purchases while requiring a lower down payment. Buyers may get into a new home with as little as 3.5% down.
Using conventional loans, a lower down payment requires the borrower to get private mortgage insurance. This special type of insurance protects the lender just in case the borrower is not able to pay. The cost of PMI is added to the monthly payment until the amount of the loan reaches 20%. FHA loans, on the other hand, do not require PMI because they are backed by the U.S. government. Additional scrutiny is often required during the loan application process using an FHA loan.

What is required for an FHA loan?

Many of the same documents are required for an FHA loan that any potential lender will want to see: employment history, appraisal, debt-to-income ration. A few additional stipulations are also attached to the FHA loan process. Buyers may have to bring 3.5% of the purchase price as a down payment, more if they have a credit score below 580. FHA loans are only available for the borrower’s primary residence.
Credit requirements may also be lower for FHA loans, given other factors demonstrate that the borrower is able to manage their money responsibly. Each lender looks at individual applications and may ask for additional documentation or explanations. They are often able to work with buyers with a lower credit score or shorter credit history than in other situations.

How FHA Loans Work

  • Purchase your home with as little as 3.5% down payment (compared to 20% required on most loans).
  • 30-, 25-, 20- and 15-year terms are all available with fixed rates.
  • 5-year adjustable rate mortgage available.
  • Pay your mortgage off at any time without pre-payment penalties.
Have questions?  Give us a call!  One of our mortgage specialists would be happy to answer all of your questions.
The Mortgage Experts is not affiliated with or acting on behalf of or at the direction of FHA, VA, USDA or the Federal Government.

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