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Thanks to recent changes, condominium owners and buyers can get good deals on FHA loans. This article will explain why.
Condominium owners and buyers have previously been at a disadvantage when trying to use the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) support to get a home mortgage. Single-family homes could get better FHA mortgage deals than condominiums. But this changed not too long ago.
As of October 15, 2019, FHA loan availability is extended to condominium buyers. This is important for first-time buyers who frequently purchase a condominium. First-time buyers appreciate FHA loans because they only require a very modest 3.5% down payment.
FHA loans were strongly curtailed after the real estate market collapse in 2008. Since 2009, most condos did not qualify for FHA loans. The problem was that FHA loans require mortgage insurance and this insurance was only available for about 6.5% of all condos.
In America, there are about 160,000 condominium projects (complexes and buildings). The new FHA program makes mortgage insurance possible for about 20,000 to 60,000 more condominium projects nationally. Not all condos will qualify for this FHA program; however about half of them will.
Both first-time buyers and people who are down-sizing by selling a larger home appreciate condos. Maintenance costs and upkeep for a condo are typically less than caring for a larger home.
For condo buyers, who could not get FHA loans in the past, they may now qualify for the mortgage insurance needed if they could not get it before. Then, they can refinance a loan to get a better deal with FHA financing if they want to do this.
For those who are putting their condos on the market for sale, this FHA loan program is worthwhile to investigate to see if the condominium building or complex qualifies. If the condo is in a facility that qualifies, this FHA financing option will potentially attract more buyers
Real estate agents should become aware of this FHA program and inform their clients if a condo buyer can use an FHA loan to finance the purchase. This is a very impactful change for the condominium market dynamics. This FHA loan program is the first of its kind to occur since around 2009, which is great news for condo buyers.
Whether you are looking to buy or refinance, be sure to consult with your trusted home mortgage professional to discuss current financing options. Sammamish Mortgage lends in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Colorado. We offer wide offerings in mortgage programs with flexible qualification criteria. Contact Sammamish Mortgage today!
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