Tag Archives: federal housing administration

Take Shabby to Sheek with an FHA 203k Rehab Loan

FHA 203k Rehab Loan

With a record number of short sales and foreclosures on the Colorado market today, many homebuyers are clamoring to take advantage of what could be a tremendous investment opportunity.  The challenge is that many of these properties are distressed and in desperate need of repair.   So how does a cash poor buyer purchase a home

Trick or Treat? Don’t Get Pranked by these 4 Loan Guideline Changes!

FHA VA USDA Loan Guideline Changes

  October 1st brings 4 BIG changes to FHA, VA and USDA loan guidelines that offer two pre-Halloween tricks and two delicious treat for VA homebuyers. VA Funding Fee Reduction – TREAT! This is a real treat for any eligible current or ex VA service member!  As of October 1, 2011 the VA funding fee

When is an FHA Repair Escrow Allowed

VA FAQ How to Use Your VA Eligibility a Second Time

I’m purchasing a home with an FHA loan and have been told that I might be able to use an FHA repair escrow for the work that needs to be done. I do not want to write an offer on this house unless this is the case since I do not have the money to make the repairs on my own. Can you tell me how and when an FHA repair escrow is allowed?