Low Down Payment
Eligible borrowers may qualify with a down payment as low as 3.5%.
FHA loans are mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration. They are commonly used by buyers who need a lower down payment or more flexible credit requirements. FHA financing normally includes upfront and annual mortgage insurance premiums.
Eligible borrowers may qualify with a down payment as low as 3.5%.
The upfront mortgage insurance premium can often be financed into the loan.
Annual mortgage insurance is normally divided into monthly payments.
FHA financing may be available to borrowers with lower credit scores.
Maximum loan amounts vary by county and property type.
Higher DTI ratios may sometimes be accepted with compensating factors.
Monthly MIP = (Base Loan Amount × Annual MIP Rate) ÷ 12
FHA financing can be attractive for buyers with limited savings or lower credit scores. Conventional financing may be cheaper over time for borrowers with stronger credit and larger down payments because private mortgage insurance may be removable. Compare the total monthly payment and long-term costs of both options.
