If you are cash strapped but really want to buy a house, we have available a FHA program with a zero down payment. This program requires that your income be under 115% of the median income for the area you intend to buy. The Zero down payment FHA loan is not available for manufactured homes and is only available for SFRs, condos, and townhouses. There are just two lenders offering this program. With an FHA loan you will pay upfront MIP (mortgage insurance premium-1.75% of loan amount) plus a monthly premium. The upfront MIP can be financed over and above the loan amount, or paid in cash or by the seller or a lender credit. Additionally, the monthly MIP must be paid for the life of the loan. The mortgage insurance can be .8% to 1.05% of the loan balance annually. |