Friday, February 14, 2014

What You Should Know About Applying For California FHA Home Loans

By Jayne Rutledge


If you are a California resident with family you can apply for California FHA home loans, allowing you to buy your own home. Your income is one of the criteria used to determine your eligibility and the amount of money you can borrow. The income amount required to qualify can differ from one county to another and it is advisable to check if you meet the required level before you start your loan application to avoid disappointment.

Applicants will find that they are required to be completely open about their financial circumstances over the previous two years. The information is used to determine the applicants credit score which needs to be somewhere in the range of 580 to 620 to qualify for an FHA home loan. However, applicants should not be too complacent as many of the mortgage companies will look for scores of 740 or more, which can make it harder to find a reliable lender.

Applicants need to supply details of their income for the two years prior to their application. They will also have to provide detailed accounts of all their income and debt payments. Their FHA loan application can be turned down if there are late payments or defaults in their financial history for the previous year.

Income which the borrower has received over the last year does not have to be from regular employment. Anyone who is retired and receives a pension or regular income from investments may qualify for a home loan. A certified loan adviser is the best source of information and advice on the application process and eligibility criteria.

The rules on loans in the California area state that the value of the property must not be more than the income level set by the county. Nor should the monthly mortgage costs be more than 30 percent of the borrowers gross income. Borrowers should seek advice from their loan officer on the income levels which apply in their geographical area.

If you have been bankrupt or had defaults on other debts you will still be able to apply for an FHA home loan. You will have to wait for two years from the last payment has been made to clear your debts before you can apply. Providing you have a regular income and meet the income level criteria you should have no problems with your application.

The process of applying for an FHA home loan is simple. Applicants can complete and submit their form on the FHA website. The form requires the individual to provide full disclosure and details of all income and outgoings. The loan officer allocated to review the application will contact the borrower to confirm details and options. The loan officer will identify suitable lenders and follow through on the administration and processing of any loan offer.

The loan officer will discuss the terms and conditions of the California FHA home loans that are available. They will confirm the amount that can be borrowed, the repayment terms and any other associated costs. Once the borrowers decides to proceed the loan officer will ensure that the underwriter reviews the loan and issues the closing statement.




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