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Category: FHA
HUD Announces New FHA Loan Limits
Yesterday, December 7, 2017, the Federal Housing Administration announced that for 2018, 3,011 out of 3,141 counties in the U.S. (~96% of all counties in the nation) will see an increase in FHA loan limits. Ceilings and Floors In high-cost areas, the FHA’s loan limit ceiling will increase this year to $679,650, up from $636,150, …
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Benchmark Memo: When Disaster Strikes, You Have Options
In the aftermath of the historic flooding in South Texas, and in anticipation of Hurricane Irma in the Caribbean, you should be aware of your financial options in the wake of devastation. The FHA 203(h) is a ZERO down program, and is available to homeowners and renters alike. At Benchmark, we know how important …
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HUD Lowers Mortgage Insurance Premiums for Most FHA Loans
The Department of Housing and Urban Development announced on Monday that they plan to reduce the Mortgage Insurance Premium for FHA mortgage loans. Since 2012, the Federal Housing Administration’s(FHA) Mutual Mortgage Insurance(MMI) Fund has gained $44 billion, and is now 32 basis points above the 2 percent threshold level required by Congress. This is ~$13 billion more …
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Conforming Loan Limits Set To Increase For 2017
The Federal Housing Finance Agency has announced that it is increasing the maximum conforming loan limits for mortgage loans beginning in 2017. A mortgage loan is considered “conforming” when it is eligible to be acquired by Fannie Mae and/or Freddie Mac. (Mortgages are often sold to Fannie or Freddie so that a lender has the liquidity/money available …
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Can you save money on your FHA home Loan?
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced a half-percent reduction in mortgage insurance premiums on certain FHA loans. According to HUD, the average FHA homeowner can save $900 per year on mortgage insurance. What can you do about it? For your current FHA Loan, let’s talk about whether a refinance makes …
4 Reasons to Buy Before Spring!
The holiday season is behind us, time to focus on what exciting new experiences 2015 can bring! If you are planning on becoming a homeowner, or moving up to the home of your dreams in 2015, here are four great reasons to consider buying a home now, instead of waiting until spring. Prices Will Continue …
There may be a way with FHA…
FHA loans still work when others might not. Here are a few of the beneficial features: Low Down Payments – As little as 3.5% down will work in most instances, and 5% covers most others. Higher Loan Amounts – In some areas, FHA maximums can exceed conventional loan limits. Lower Total Cash to Close …