FHA 203k Loans

FHA 203k Loans

Delaware FHA 203k Rehab Loans for Bank Owned Properties

John Thomas September 24, 2009

The increase in foreclosures has increased the number of houses listed for sale in Delaware that are owned by banks.  The banks have taken the homes by foreclosing.  The banks list the properties for sale in “as is” condition. This makes it tough for qualified buyers to purchase some of these homes because traditional FHA Loans and conventional loans may require some repairs be completed prior to closing that the bank will not due.

The solution to this problem is the Delaware FHA 203k loan. For most of these properties, the repairs are not major and are best suited to a streamlined version of the FHA 203k loan. The streamline is much quicker and easier to do than a full 203k. The program allows the buyer to borrow the cost for the repairs and doesn’t require them to be completed before closing. Keep Reading...

Is it possible to get a Delaware Mortgage for more than the home’s value?

John Thomas January 2, 2008 Tags: , ,

Can you get a Mortgage Loan for more than the value of your home?

If you want to refinance a home you already own in Delaware, there are mortgage programs that allow you to borrow up to 150 percent of the home’s value. The program is under the special program created by the economic stimulus bill of 2009 is called the HARP Program.  It is only to lower your current mortgage rate or to switch from an ARM to a fixed rate.

It is generally not possible to buy a home and borrower more than it is worth.  One exception is buying a fixer-upper property.  There are Delaware loan programs (Delaware FHA 203k Loan) that allow you to borrow the purchase price plus the cost of the fix-up.  Both you and the property must qualify.  You must qualify income-wise and credit wise (640 Minimum FICO score).  You are able to borrow up to 110% of the after repaired value of the home on an FHA 203k Rehab Loan.  The after repaired value is based on the repairs/renovations being done on the property. Keep Reading...