FHA/VA Loans

FHA/VA Loans

Overview

FHA (Federal Housing Administration) and VA (Veterans Affairs) loans are government-backed mortgages designed to help specific groups of borrowers. FHA loans cater to those with lower credit scores or limited funds for a down payment, while VA loans are available to active-duty military members, veterans, and their families with little to no down payment required.

Why an FHA/VA Loans

FHA/VA Loans help eligible buyers purchase homes with lower down payments and flexible qualification requirements. FHA loans are great for first-time buyers, while VA loans offer military veterans no down payment options. Both provide access to homeownership with less stringent credit requirements, making them ideal for those with limited savings.

  • For Primary Residence Only

  • FHA. = 3.5% Down

  • VA Loans = 0% Down

Danielle Damianov

NMLS#883539

Branch Manager

Who Qualifies?

  • FHA Loans: Borrowers with credit scores as low as 580 (sometimes lower with additional conditions).

  • VA Loans: Active-duty service members, veterans, and qualifying family members.

  • Those with higher debt-to-income ratios than what’s typically accepted for conventional loans.

  • Buyers who can afford only a minimal down payment (as low as 0% for VA loans and 3.5% for FHA loans).

Key Advantages

  • Lower or No Down Payment: FHA loans require only 3.5% down, while VA loans may not require any down payment.

  • Lenient Credit Requirements: FHA loans are ideal for those with lower credit scores. VA loans have no minimum credit score requirement but lenders may have their own standards.

  • No Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) for VA Loans: Unlike FHA loans, VA loans do not require mortgage insurance, reducing monthly payments.

  • Assumable Loans: For both FHA and VA loans, a qualified buyer may assume the existing loan when purchasing your home, benefiting from potentially lower interest rates.

Holly Niemeier

NMLS#1223276

Branch Manager

  • +1720.446.6340

Example:

A veteran with a credit score of 650 and limited savings might choose a VA loan, which requires no down payment and has flexible credit qualifications. Alternatively, a borrower with a 600 credit score and modest savings could opt for an FHA loan, which allows a 3.5% down payment.

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Contact information

Holly Niemeier

Branch Manager & Team Lead

Aspen Tree Lending Powered by NEXA Lending

5559 S Sossaman Road Building 101, Mesa AZ 85212

[email protected]

720-446-6340

NMLS # 1223276

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