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FHA Workout options for distressed homeowners

Josh Talayka | July 25, 2011

At the onset of our current economic recession, the majority of distressed homeowners having difficulty paying their mortgage came from the subprime sector where borrowers were facing adjustable interest rates. As the markets have continued to worsen and unemployment/wage reductions have increased, these defaults have expanded to include all types of mortgages, including FHA. However, one of the benefits of an FHA mortgage is that there are many workout options in place to assist borrowers. The following are just a few of the workout options that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (federal agency that regulates and insures FHA mortgages – HUD) has in place:

Commercial Real Estate: Alternative Financing

Josh Talayka | February 16, 2011

Even though we have begun to see money start to trickle into the commercial markets, lenders as still being as picky as ever when it comes to who they will lend to, and on what properties. As a result, you may not be able to find traditional financing if you are trying to purchase a property that doesn’t meet the high requirements of most conventional lenders. However, here are a few alternative ways you may be able to obtain financing

Advantages of the FHA 203K Renovation Loan

Josh Talayka | August 16, 2010

The FHA 203k Renovation Loan allows a borrower to roll repair/renovation costs into their FHA loan. The repairs/renovation can include optional renovations/upgrades such as: interior and/or exterior paint, new flooring, kitchen/bath remodel, Energy Efficient Improvements, landscaping, etc. The process in obtaining and utilizing an FHA 203k loan can be very simple when working with the right loan officer who understands the program, and offers advantages to everyone involved in the transaction.