Saturday, June 12, 2010

FHA Energy Efficient Home Loans

Not many people are aware of the financing available for FHA energy efficient financing. While it is not common in many areas, there are families that will opt for it. Part of the battle is just having a professional that will make you aware of all of your options.




FHA’s energy efficient financing can be worked into the loan whether it’s a purchase or a refinance. The key here is determine to what extent you need the work done. The FHA energy efficient financing can be used in conjunction with the 203b program. This program is what allows you to get repairs done on the home when you purchase, or get them done during a refinance. Even with a purchase, it is worked into the loan, and if it isn’t and your improvements are minimal, then at some point you can do a Title I HUD loan.



Title I HUD loans can only be done by a bank that is approved to do them, and they are usually smaller loan amounts of $5-$8,000. These can be done at anytime, and are a good idea for those who might end up with some expenditures they weren’t expecting.



I know families that have used FHA Energy Efficient financing in the past for solar panels, energy efficient appliances and more. You might want to check it out if you are looking at buying a home that needs a little work.

For more information on FHA guidelines and products, you can visit my website at: www.fhaloansnow.net.



-Mayer Dallal

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