The FHA 203(k) Standard Rehab Loan, the FHA Streamline 203(k) and the FNMA Homestyle Renovation Mortgage are single-close mortgage that enables borrowers to purchase a home that needs repairs, or refinance the mortgage on their existing home and include the necessary funds for renovation in the loan balance. The loan amount is based on the “as-completed” value of the home not the present value
Here’is an overview of what you should know about each program.
FHA 203(k) Standard
• All FHA(203k) loans require a FHA Approved Consultant who acts as a “construction manager” to oversee and inspect the rehabilitation project from start to finish. Consultant works with the borrower’s contractor to write-up a cost estimate and work plan for the project
• Used for the purchase or refinance of properties needing major structural repairs. Any repair is acceptable; however – health and safety items and building code violations must be addressed first.
• Minimum $5,000 requirement for repair cost. The loan amount including purchase price and rehab cost cannot exceed the FHA maximum loan amount for the county.
• Cost of rehab includes: energy package and lead paint abatement costs, consultant fees, architectural and engineering fees, contingency reserves, inspections and up to 6 months PITI if homeowner can’t live in property during the rehab.
• Maximum repair amount is 110% of the after-improved value
• Maximum LTV 96.5%
• Eligible Properties include:
◊ 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties
◊ Owner-occupied FHA approved condos in a 1-4 unit structure are eligible when the funds are being used only to renovate the interior space of the subject unit.
◊ Mixed-use owner-occupied properties are eligible when the rehab funds are used only on the residential sections and access areas leading to it
• Project must begin within 30 days of loan closing and must be completed within 6 months. Rehab projects lasting more than 6 months are not eligible.
FHA (203k) Streamline
Used for the purchase or refinance of properties needing minor repairs or upgrading
No Minimum Repair cost. Maximum repair cost of up to $35,000 for non-structural repairs only
• Eligible Properties include:
◊ 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties
◊ Owner-occupied FHA approved condos in a 1-4 unit structure are eligible when the funds are being used only to renovate the interior space of the subject unit.
◊ Mixed-use owner-occupied properties are eligible when the rehab funds are used only on the residential sections and access areas leading to it
A 203(k) Consultant is not required in most cases
Maximum LTV is 96.5%.
Contractor must be licensed and bonded. Borrower is allowed to choose their own contractor as long as they meet FHA guidelines. Contractor provides written work plan and cost estimates.
FNMA Homestyle
• FNMA Homestyle is the only rehab loan product that allows for a relationship between the borrower and the contractor.
• FNMA Homestyle is an ideal product for borrowers who have loan amounts which exceed FHA county limits or have an LTV of less than 80%.
• Any type of structural and non-structural repair is eligible as long as it is permanently affixed to the property and adds value.
• Eligible properties include: 1-4 unit principal residences; one-unit second homes; one unit investor properties including condos, co-ops and PUDS.
• Renovations must be completed within a 12 month period.
• Maximum Repair amount is 50% of after improved value.
• Maximum LTV is 95% for one-unit principal residence; 85% for 2 unit principal residence; 75% for 3-4 unit residence and 90% for second homes.
• All renovation work must be performed by a licensed contractor. The borrower must choose his or her own contractor to perform the needed renovation, subject to the lender’s determination that the contractor is qualified and experienced
• Under Fannie Mae’s “Do It Yourself” repair option, which is available for one-unit properties only, the borrower may complete repairs that the lender reviews and approves in advance.
Many of the existing homes that are listed for sale in today’s markets are functionally obsolete because they are older and don’t have the amenities today’s buyers are looking for in a home.
The answer is you can get a mortgage to buy a house and fix it up at the same time using the same loan Renovation financing otherwise known as FHA 203K and FannieMae HomeStyle loans; provide solutions for this stalled market segment. The renovation financing revolution is in full bloom as home buyers are taking properties in need of attention and turning them into dream homes with help from the FHA and Fannie Mae.
Call Rick Cignoli @ 860.945.9284 to discuss the right mortgage option for your family and to take advantage of my FREE Mortgage “Jump Start” Pre-Approval service
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