The primary benefit of an FHA-eligible condo is the lower down payment requirement. Unlike a traditional home loan, the FHA requires a much lower down payment, as low as 3.5 percent. For borrowers who don’t have the means to put down a considerable amount of money up front, this can be life-changing.
Another benefit of using an FHA loan to buy an eligible condo is that the Federal Housing Authority has relaxed some credit requirements. Whereas traditional mortgage products often require a high credit score to qualify, FHA loans are more lenient. As such, condos that are FHA-eligible offer a great opportunity for those with lower credit scores to gain access to homeownership.
In addition to that relaxed credit requirement, FHA loans also require minimal closing costs. Thanks to a provision in the loan program that caps closing costs and other miscellaneous fees
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