fha: New well requirements for FHA loans - 11/25/15 02:42 AM
FHA has issued new REQUIREMENTS for private wells.  This is not a bank requirement, this is a requirement direct from FHA and is a big change.  This is for FHA case numbers issued after September 14, 2015 – so likely affects any transactions you currently have in place.  This is currently only for FHA loans.
 
New Construction
         Lead-Free piping          Provide bacteriological test          Connect to local water supply if available          Well test must be performed and deliver a 5 GPM over at least a 4 hour period.  
Existing Construction
         Existing wells must deliver water flow of 3-5 GPM … (1 comments)

fha: 3 bed 2.5 bath 2 car garage family room HUD home - 08/31/14 03:34 PM
Rain Silverhawk | 208-610-0011 | Keller Williams Realty

423 WESTWOOD MOYIE SPRINGS, ID 83845 - $125,000
3 Bedroom | 2.5 Bathroom | 1736 sqft.
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Wow a great opportunity to own this HUD home. This 2 story home is 1736 sq ft in a quiet neighborhood of nice neat homes and has a 2 car garage. Plenty of room in this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath with both a living room and a family room. It features bay windows, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, sliding glass door in the … (2 comments)

fha: How long until I can get a loan after a bankruptcy or shortsale - 07/11/14 03:45 PM
The last few years a record amount of homeowners wound up facing a foreclosure, shortsale, or bankruptcy with extenuating circumstances like a job loss, wage cuts, or medical bills.  Now many of those home owners are ready to buy a home again and asking just how long do I have to wait to get a home loan? Cathy at  Evergreen Mortgage in Sandpoint Idaho was nice enough to help me out so that I could provide you with a list of time frames. 
 
 
WAITING PERIODS REQUIRED FOR SIGNIFICANT DEROGATORY CREDIT EVENTS
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fha: The Condominium is Non-Warrantable But Can I Do VA Financing? - 06/16/14 12:43 AM

Eric Boucher had a fantastic explanation on Non Warrantable condos. 
 
You can find out if a condo is eligible for a FHA loan by going to
 
https://entp.hud.gov/idapp/html/condo1.cfm
I usually fill in just the zip code.  Be sure to look on the far right to make sure that it is completed and not expired. 
 
Condos have so many different considerations, it is important to get an agent and a lender who is experienced to guide you through the buying process. 
The Condominium is Non-Warrantable But Can I Do VA Financing?
Last week, I fielded an inquiry from a gentleman … (2 comments)

fha: Total Money You Can Expect To Put Down On A Home… - 06/04/14 07:00 AM

Frank Rubi in  Metairie, La. pointed me to this great post by Brett that might just help you figure out what money you can expect to put down on a home under the various loan programs.
Before you go house hunting make sure you have enough money available to get your loan approved and your house closed.
…I know it sounds simple, but many people don’t realize the amount of funds they will need to get into a house.
Here is a simple breakdown of your out of the out of pocket costs you could expect by loan program.
1) VA: … (0 comments)

fha: For Your Clients: 7 Things All Borrowers Should Know About FHA Loans - 07/03/10 01:28 PM
FHA Pros, LLC, a national FHA condo approval service, has developed a list of facts speaking to the top misconceptions associated with FHA loans in order to help home buyers better navigate an already confusing market. FHA loans are mortgages issued by qualified lenders and insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA)."We have seen home buyer interest in FHA loans go from practically zero three years ago to upwards of 87 percent today," said Christopher Gardner, founder and president of FHA Pros, LLC. "Despite this rapid rise in popularity, many buyers still do not fully understand the benefits of these loans, … (3 comments)

 
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Rain Silverhawk

208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor

Sandpoint, ID

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