FHA Changes the Rules for Buying a Santa Cruz Home for Sale
Posted by Lauren Spencer on
The FHA, or Federal Housing Administration, has helped many a homeowner buy a Santa Cruz home for sale by providing mortgage insurance through FHA-approved lenders. However, a change in policy, announced in January, may make it harder for those with poor credit.
Before we talk about FHA's change in policy, let's cover a few of the basics about the FHA and how it might help you buy a home for sale.
What is the FHA?
The FHA is a government agency that provides mortgage insurance to approved lending institutions. It assists homebuyers by providing mortgage insurance to lenders to cover most losses that may occur when a borrower defaults. This encourages lenders to make loans to borrowers who might otherwise not be able to get a loan.
What is an FHA Loan?
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