Planning to get married consider gift funds instead of towels, gift cards and toasters. This is a great programs from FHA. Call me for details if you need assistance with buying a home.

Via Rebekah Radice Colorado Springs FHA Loan 203k, VA Mortgage, Loan Pre-Approval (Benchmark Mortgage, Colorado Springs FHA, VA, Pre-Approval):

FHA Bridal Registry AccountAre you planning to get married and buy a home in Colorado, but wonder where your down payment funds will come from?

FHA has a Bridal Registry program where the money you receive as a wedding present can be used towards your down payment. Just like registering at a specialty or department store, the FHA Bridal Registry program allows you to register with a lender. Then your friends and family are able to make gift payments into an interest bearing account on your behalf.

It's a win win! Not only can your gifts earn interest, but they can be used as a down payment towards an FHA Loan.

Bridal Registry Guidelines

Bridal Registry Accounts were originally introduced in 1996, but still remain a little known fact when it comes to down payment assistance. The misunderstanding of how this program works might be the fact that it was originally only allowed by banks. Soon after, FHA modified the program and offered new flexible options and the opportunity for the newlywed to set up the account at any bank. Plus, newlyweds are now able to make deposits on their own from the gifts they receive.

Here's how it works in 3 simple steps:

  • You will open a savings account at your bank prior to the wedding
  • Friends and family will be given the banking information where the gifts will be deposited
  • All of the gift funds can go towards the FHA required 3.5% down payment
  • Anyone with an interest in the purchase cannot be party to the gift funds (i.e. realtor)
  • There is no requirement that you be married prior to closing on your new home

Another huge advantage is that there are no gift letters or other documentation required other than proof of your savings account named "bridal registry account." It's that simple!

 

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  • Mention it at your homebuyer seminars

The great news about this program is it is available Nationwide!

 

 

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Newlyweds say "I DO" to FHA Bridal Registry Gift Funds was written by Rebekah Radice.

 

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Posted by Reshawna Leaven on 06/29/2011 12:53 PM   Comments (2)  
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Reshawna - I have not heard of this but am going to check it out quickly as I do know of a couple planning to get married who would love to buy a home. 
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Good for you Barbara! Best of luck with your new clients :)
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