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Written by Tamara Schmitt
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Tuesday, 03 January 2006 |
An FHA mortgage loan is insured by the Federal Housing Administration(a division of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)). Although mortgage lenders provide the mortgage funds, the FHA sets underwriting standards for approving applicants.
In many cases, FHA underwriting guidelines are more lenient than conventional (not government insured or guaranteed) underwriting guidelines. This leniency makes it easier for borrowers to qualify for a mortgage loan (low down payment requirements and a higher monthly debt allowance). FHA limits the types of loan programs it insures, but it will insure the more popular 30 year fixed, 15 year fixed and one year adjustable loan programs. However, borrowers are limited to the amount that they can borrow using an FHA-insured mortgage. Applicable loan limits differ by county, so contact your local HUD office for specifics.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 23 August 2006 )
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