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Understanding the FHA 203(k) as a Tool for Buying or Refinancing a Home

August 28, 2012 by inVIVO realty Arizona

The FHA 203(k) loan in Arizona enables qualified borrowers to purchase a Phoenix home that may need repairs or to refinance an existing home for the purpose of remodeling. You can borrow monies to purchase the real estate and make the repairs and upgrades with only one set of paperwork and one set of closing costs!

With the FHA 203k Phoenix home loan, a phoenix home buyer can purchase a home and have it repaired or remodeled with the same low interest FHA loan.These loans are especially great for FHA properties, older homes and REO homes — but any home can benefit from some remodeling or cosmetic fixes, to make it your own.

With FHA 203(k) rehabilitation lending, you have a convenient alternative to a second mortgage or HELOC for repairs, renovations and improvements. The loan amount is based on the as-completed value of the home, rather than the present value.

The benefits of an FHA 203(k) include:

  • Purchase and refinance on 1- to 4-unit primary residences
  • One underwriting review and one closing for rehabilitation construction and permanent financing saves you time and money
  • Loan based on after-improvement value of the home
  • Down payments as low as 3.5%
  • Family members may pay all of the borrower’s required down payment, closing costs, prepaid expenses and discount points.

Even if you don’t have a lot of cash at hand, you may still be able to qualify for a 203(k) because of the allowance for family members to contribute funds.

There are two primary types of 203(k) loans: the Streamline Renovation loan and the Standard Renovation loan. Below are details on both:

Streamline Renovation Loan

Program Benefits:

  • Total rehabilitation costs up to $35,000
  • No HUD Consultation necessary
  • No contractor approval necessary

Some examples of allowed renovations are:

  • New roof
  • Minor remodel of kitchen or bath
  • New HVAC
  • Upgrade electrical or plumbing systems
  • New carpet or paint
  • Install hardwood floors
  • Purchase of new appliances
  • Repair insect or weather damage
  • Replace windows
  • Finish basement

Standard Renovation Loan

Program Benefits:

  • No limit on repair amount; $5,000 minimum
  • Inspection fees for up to five draws are included in loan amount
  • Single-family homes, PUDs and 2-4 unit primary residences are eligible
  • HUD Cost Consultant fee may be rolled into the mortgage
  • Mortgage payments for up to six months may be included if the property is not habitable during renovation

Some examples of allowed renovations are:

  • New roof
  • Remodel kitchen or bath
  • Room addition
  • Structural alterations or reconstruction
  • New HVAC
  • Upgrade electrical or plumbing systems
  • New carpet or paint
  • Improve landscaping
  • Install hardwood floors
  • Purchase and installation of new appliances
  • Repair or replacement of structural damage
  • Replace windows
  • Finish basement
  • Energy conservation improvements
  • Major landscape work and site improvement

Use the 203(k) to turn a good home into a great home. We’d love to discuss this program with you in more detail. Please contact us today to learn more about the 203(k) home renovation loan and whether it’s the right choice for you!

Filed Under: General North Phoenix Real Estate Blog Posts Tagged With: 203k, arizona, borrower, estate, ha, home, loan, phoenix, purchase, real, remodel, repair

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