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FHA Mobile Home Mortgage Loans – How Do They Work?

March 16th, 2010



If you are looking to buy a mobile home and you have a limited amount of money to put down towards your purchase, you may want to consider a FHA mobile home loan. FHA stands for Federal Housing Administration and it’s responsible for Housing and Urban Development (also known as HUD). How does this help you? FHA insures your mortgage loan so that lenders will give you a good deal, even though you do not have a sizable down payment.

Under the FHA mobile home loan umbrella there are two types of programs. One is for people who already own land to put the mobile home on and the other is for people that choose to locate their mobile home in an established mobile home park.

When lenders consider applicants for FHA-backed mobile home loans, they must follow certain eligibility requirements. These requirements include considering the applicant’s credit rating, the income and the ability to repay the debt.

A Title 1 loan can be used to buy a mobile home, a lot on which to place a mobile home, or both. The home must be the primary residence of the person or persons obtaining the loan. There are maximum loan amounts as well as loan terms that must be adhered to, as follows. For a mobile home only, the maximum is $48,600. For a piece of land or lot, the maximum is $16,200, while the maximum for a combination of the two is $64,800. Maximum loan terms for FHA mobile home loans are: 20 years for a mobile home or a single section mobile home and lot, 15 years for a lot, and 25 years for a multi-section mobile home and lot.

Most of the time when you buy a mobile home, you will also have the opportunity to finance your purchase at the mobile home dealer in which you make your purchase. Sometimes these dealers will not offer FHA-backed loans. If they do not, ask them for a referral to a lender who will use FHA. Or you could consider finding a lender online.

To qualify for a FHA-backed mobile or manufactured home mortgage loan, you must meet some minimum criteria. You must be able to provider five percent down payment (although there are additional programs to help if you do not have this amount), proof of income and a suitable place to locate your mobile home (this may be on your own land or in a mobile home park).

By: Milt Wapner

Secured Home Loan – Loans For Homeowners

March 13th, 2010



If you are a homeowner you can enjoy many benefits that come with secured home loans. This type of loan provides an effective and affordable way to borrow money, and is available exclusively to homeowners. The reason why homeowner loans are only available to those with their own home is because they are secured against the home.

These loans are approved against your home as security and for this reason secured home loan has several advantages. You can be able to get a large amount of money with low interest rate through this kind of loan. Moreover you can spread your borrowing over a longer period of time based on your needs.

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Home Loan FAQ for Beginners

March 8th, 2010



Owning your own home is a significant symbol of your independence and success in life. If you find yourself planning to buy your own home, this page will provide you with home loan FAQs. Achieve your dream by choosing the best type of loan and get advice on how to circumvent bad credit or rejected loan applications.

Will I Be Able to Buy Any House I Wish with a Home Loan?

That depends on two things: what type of house you want and how much money a mortgage company is willing to lend you. In general, the bigger the house, the more money and income you will need. Secondly, the maximum amount of money a mortgage company will lend you depends largely on your credit rating.

Credit Rating? What Credit Rating?

Your credit rating or score is found in your credit report. A credit report is a document filed by a credit bureau that provides details about your credit and payment history. A good credit score can actually help you qualify for a loan. Therefore, the higher your credit score, the better.

What If I Have Bad Credit?

Don’t despair if you have bad credit; there’s still hope for your home loan. But first, you need to fix your bad credit. You can fix your bad credit alone or with the help of a credit repair company. It’s up to you which one you think is right for your needs.

What Type of Home Loan Should I Get ? Fixed or Variable Rate?

You should only get a fixed rate home loan if the interest rate you and the mortgage company have agreed upon is fair and something you can easily afford even during times when money is tight. A variable rate mortgage is better if you wish to enjoy lower rates for the time being, but it is important to remember that you will be charged higher rates once the initial repayment period has passed, so you will need to have more money on hand once this happens.

By: Kent Pinkerton