An FHA loan is a mortgage insured by the Federal Housing Administration, a government agency within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Borrowers with FHA loans pay for mortgage insurance, which protects the lender from a loss if the borrower defaults on the loan.
FHA loans tend to have low interest rates and flexible requirements for qualification. FHA loans allow for a lower FICO score than most conventional type loans. The minimum down payment is 3.5%. Because of the low down payment requirement and more flexible guidelines, FHA loans do come with a cost. There are two insurance premiums required on FHA loans, an up-front premium and an annual premium. The costs of these premiums are dependent on other loan factors as well as the borrower’s credit profile.
FHA loans are not for everyone and may fit the need of a specific buyer. If you are interested in an FHA loan you must consult with an FHA approved lender.
* It is best to consult with mortgage loan originator to find out if an FHA loan is right for you.
Hawaii Starts Here | Joe Castaneda (R)
Joe is realtor with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage Realty. He majored in finance and has experience as a former mortgage loan originator. He has helped buyers both with new project loans and going through the process of applying and obtaining units in new projects. He uses his finance, mortgage, and real estate knowledge to help home buyers find the right properties to fit their needs. Contact Joe by phone or email at (808) 351-8394 or JoeC@BetterHawaii.com
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