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Down Payments

Can I exceed the ratio?
You may qualify to exceed if you have:
  • A large down payment
  • A demonstrated ability to pay more toward you housing expenses
  • Substantial cash reserves
  • Net worth enough to repay the mortgage regardless of income
  • Evidence of acceptable credit history or limited credit use
  • Less-than-maximum mortgage terms
  • Funds provided by an organization
  • A decrease in monthly housing expenses
How large a down payment do I need with an FHA loan?
You must have a down payment of at least 3% of the purchase price of the home. Most affordable loan programs offered by private lenders require between a 3%- 5% down payment, with a minimum of 3% coming directly from the borrower's own funds.
What can I use to pay the down payment and closing costs of an FHA loan?
Besides your own funds, you may use cash gifts or money from a private savings club. If you can do certain repairs and improvements yourself, your labor may be used as part of a down payment (called "sweat equity"). If you are doing a lease purchase, paying extra rent to the seller may also be considered the same as accumulating cash.
How does my credit history impact my ability to qualify?
The FHA is generally more flexible than conventional lenders in its qualifying guidelines. In fact, the FHA allows you to re-establish credit if:
  • two years have passed since a bankruptcy has been discharged all judgments have been paid
  • any outstanding tax liens have been satisfied or appropriate arrangements have been made to establish a repayment plan with the IRS or state Department of Revenue three years have passed since a foreclosure or a deed-in-lieu has been resolved.
Can I qualify for an FHA loan without a credit history?
Yes. If you prefer to pay debts in cash or are too young to have established credit, there are other ways to prove your eligibility. Talk to your lender for details.

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