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What is an FHA Loan and Is It Right for You?

Update: The 2026 FHA loan limit is $541,287 for a single-family home in every Kentucky county.

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What Is An FHA Loan And Is It Right For You?

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The Federal Housing Administration insures what are called FHA loans. These mortgage loans provide opportunities for buyers with less-than-perfect credit or limited down payments to purchase homes, but they aren’t without potential pitfalls.

FHA loans are available to borrowers with a credit score of at least 580, and you have to make a minimum 3.5% down payment. They’re a popular option for first-time home buyers.

Lenders such as banks and credit unions issue the mortgages, which are insured by the FHA. That protects the lender if the borrower defaults, which is why the terms are more favorable than a traditional mortgage.

Around eight million single-family homes have loans insured by the FHA.

What Can an FHA Loan be Used For?

You can use an FHA loan to refinance single-family houses, to buy a single-family home, to buy some multifamily homes and condos and certain mobile and manufactured homes. There are particular types of FHA loans that can be used to renovate an existing property or for new construction.

How is an FHA Loan Different from a Conventional Mortgage Loan?

The biggest differentiator between an FHA loan and a conventional mortgage is that it’s easier to qualify for an FHA loan. You may get a loan with a lower credit score than you would otherwise, and your mortgage insurance payments may be lower too.

There are also fewer restrictions as far as using gifts from family or donations for your down payment.

If you have a FICO score of at least 580, you have to make a 3.5% down payment. With a FICO score between 500 and 579, you’re required to make a 10% down payment, and mortgage insurance is required. Your debt-to-income ratio needs to be less than 43% whereas with a conventional loan it’s usually 36%. You do need to have proof of income and steady employment, as you would need with a conventional loan.

Are There FHA Loan Limits?

There are limits on the mortgage amount you can get with an FHA-guaranteed loan. The limits vary based on your county, and in 2020 these ranged from $331,760 to $765,600. The limit amounts are updated by the FHA each year based on fluctuations in home prices.

The Benefits of the FHA Loan

The primary benefits of an FHA loan are that buyers who wouldn’t otherwise qualify may be able to own a home and for a lower down payment. Sometimes the FHA will help facilitate coverage of closing costs. If you have problems making payments on an FHA loan you may be eligible for a forbearance period if you qualify.

What Are the Downsides of an FHA Loan?

You will have to pay an upfront mortgage insurance premium with an FHA loan to protect the lender. The fee is due when you close and it’s 1.75% of your loan. You will also have to pay an annual mortgage insurance premium for the life of your loan. The amount can range between 0.15% to 0.75% (0.55% for most borrowers).

When you buy a home with an FHA loan, it has to meet strict standards in terms of health and safety.

Also, while there are set standards from the FHA, approved lenders can create their own requirements.

Applying for an FHA Loan

You’ll have to first find an FHA-approved lender to get one of these home loans. You’ll need some documents, including proof of U.S. citizenship, legal permanent residency, or eligibility to work in America. You’ll need bank statements for at least the past 30 days, and you’ll probably need to show pay stubs.

Some of the information your lender may be able to obtain on your behalf, such as your credit reports, tax returns and employment records.

There are advantages to an FHA loan because it expands homeownership to more people than conventional loans. It’s just important that if you’re considering this loan you understand the costs and that you’re not taking on more than you’re financially prepared for because of the less stringent approval requirements.

Written by Ashley Sutphin for http://www.RealtyTimes.com Copyright © 2020 Realty Times All Rights Reserved.

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Kentucky FHA Mortgage Loans Impacted by COVID-19

FHA Mortgagee Letter ML-2020-05

FHA has published guidance for lenders during the current market environment.
Appraisal Guidance
FHA  will allow the Exterior Only and Desktop appraisal options. Originators and appraisers are expected to familiarize themselves with FHA’s adaptation requirements. All appraisals must still be run through FHA’s EAD portal. (Please note that a 2055 or 1072 cannot be sent through the EAD portal).

If a Desktop appraisal is deemed to be the best option – Home Point will require a photo of the exterior of the home and each comparable. Appraisers may use public records or other reliable sources (such as MLS) for these photos.
Income Guidance
FHA will allow the use of an email correspondence from the employer’s work email as reverification of employment.
The existing Home Point requirement for an additional Reverification dated within 48 business hours of closing still applies and only the email option listed above is eligible for that verification.

Summary of Changes
1. Changes to FHA’s re-verification of employment:
• FHA is allowing flexibilities related to the Mortgagee’s process of completing re-verification of employment, which includes verbal verification of employment. This is applicable for all FHA Title II forward and reverse mortgage programs, where re-verification of employment is required.
2. Changes to FHA’s Appraisal Protocols are as follows:
• Most Single Family forward and HECM for Purchase transactions may utilize an optional Exterior-Only or Desktop-Only Appraisal inspection scope of work.
• Traditional HECM, HECM-to-HECM refinances, Rate and Term Refinances and Simple Refinances of properties may utilize an optional Exterior-Only inspection scope of work.
• All appraisals made in connection with the servicing of FHA’s forward or reverse mortgage portfolios may utilize either the Exterior-Only or Desktop-Only Appraisal inspection scope of work.
• No changes are made to Streamline Refinances, which do not require appraisals or to the appraisal requirements for FHA’s Cash-Out refinance, 203(k), and certain purchase transactions.
Re-verification of Employment

Mortgagees do not need to provide a re-verification of employment within 10 days of the Note date as described in Handbook 4000.1, Sections II.A.4.c.ii(C)(1)-(2) and II.A.5.b.ii(C)(1)-(2) Traditional and Alternative Current Employment Documentations, provided that the Mortgagee is not aware of any loss of employment by the borrower and has obtained:
• For forward purchase transactions, evidence the Borrower has a minimum of 2 months of Principal, Interest, Taxes and Insurance (PITI) in reserves; and
• A year-to-date paystub or direct electronic verification of income for the pay period that immediately precedes the Note date, or
• A bank statement showing direct deposit from the Borrower’s employment for the pay period that immediately precedes the Note date.

Appraisal Policy
Mortgagees do not need to provide a re-verification of employment within 10 days of disbursement as described in Section 3.8 and 3.9 of the HECM Financial Assessment and Property Charge Guide, provided that the Mortgagee is not aware of any loss of employment by the borrower and has obtained:
• A year-to-date paystub or direct electronic verification of income for the pay period that immediately precedes the Note date, or
• A bank statement showing direct deposit from the Borrower’s employment for the pay period that immediately precedes the Note date
When applicable, as described below, the appraiser may amend the scope of work to perform an Exterior-Only (viewing from the street) or Desktop-Only. The Appraiser may rely on supplemental information from other reliable sources such as Multiple Listing Service (MLS), and Tax Assessor’s Property Record to prepare an appraisal report. The Appraiser may rely on information from an interested party to the transaction (borrower, real estate agent, property contact, etc.) with clear appraisal report disclosure when additional verification is not feasible. The appraisal report must contain adequate information to enable the intended users to understand the extent of the inspection that was performed.
The Exterior-Only and Desktop-Only Appraisal options must continue to be reported on the current FHA approved appraisal forms with amended certifications and scope of work disclosures.
Appraisal Forms and Amended Certifications
The optional Exterior-Only and Desktop-Only appraisals must be reported on the existing Acceptable Appraisal Reporting Forms by Property and Assignment Type. These forms will require amended certifications and clear scope of work disclosures. Mortgagees are reminded that Exterior Appraisal forms Fannie Mae 2055 and Fannie Mae 1075 are not FHA approved forms and are not compatible with FHA’s Electronic Appraisal Delivery (EAD) portal.
The appraisal report must include a signed certification indicating whether the Appraiser did or did not personally inspect the subject property and the extent of the inspection. FHA has provided model certifications for the Exterior-Only and Desktop-Only scope of work.

 

COVID-19 Questions and Answers
Last revised: March 27, 2020
Q1. What is FHA’s Office of Single Family Housing doing to prepare for possible disruptions in its business operations should the Coronavirus (COVID-19) warrant office closures?
A1. All of FHA, including Single Family, is prepared to operate remotely to ensure our business operations continue with as little disruption as possible in the event of office closures.
Q2. Is FHA continuing to endorse loans?
A2. Insurance endorsements for all FHA Title I loans and Title II forward and reverse mortgages continues; however, there may be processing delays if staff is working remotely.
Q3. Is the FHA Resource Center continuing normal operations?
A3. Yes. However, if the Homeownership Centers (HOCs) are closed there will not be FHA staff members available to receive escalated calls. If this occurs, we recommend that stakeholders email their questions to the FHA Resource Center at: answers@hud.gov for a quicker response.
Q4. (REVISED 3.18.20) Must lenders still complete the annual recertification by March 31, 2020?
A4. (REVISED 3.18.20) FHA has extended the due date for annual recertification to April 30, 2020 for those lenders with a December fiscal year end. However, lenders that can complete the annual recertification before April 30th are encouraged to do so.
Q5. Are requests for lender insurance (LI) authority being processed?
A5. Yes. The LI approval process is electronic, so lenders may continue to submit these requests.
Q6. Can lenders still submit applications to become FHA-approved lenders?
A6. Yes. The FHA lender approval process is electronic, so lenders may continue to submit these requests.
Q7. Will FHA still conduct lender monitoring and/or loan reviews?
A7. Yes. FHA staff will conduct these reviews remotely. All on-site reviews are suspended until further notice.
Q8. Will the Credit Alert Verification Reporting System (CAIVRS) be available if there are office closures?
A8. Yes. CAIVRS will be available to determine if a borrower has a delinquent federal debt.
Q9. Will the FHA TOTAL Scorecard be available for lenders?
A9. Yes. The FHA TOTAL Scorecard will be available.
Q10. (Revised 3.27.20) Will FHA still conduct in-person lender trainings?
A10. (Revised 3.27.20) No. All FHA Single Family in-person trainings are suspended. Online webinar trainings will continue. FHA will continue to assess the situation to determine when in-person trainings can resume.
Q11. Are there special loss mitigation program options available to borrowers who may be negatively impacted by the Coronavirus?
A11. As with any other event that negatively impacts a borrower’s ability to pay their monthly mortgage payment, FHA’s suite of loss mitigation options provides solutions that mortgagees should offer to distressed borrowers – including those that could be impacted by the Coronavirus – to help prevent them from going into foreclosure. An example of one of these options is our Special Forbearance for unemployed borrowers. The SFB-Unemployment Option is a Home Retention Option available when one or more of the Borrowers has become unemployed and this loss of employment has negatively affected the Borrower’s ability to continue to make their monthly Mortgage Payment. These home retention options are located in FHA’s Single Family Housing Policy Handbook 4000.1 (SF Handbook) Section III.A.2. See FHA INFO 20-18 for more details. FHA is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updated guidance, as needed.
Q12. Is FHA requiring servicers to conduct occupancy exterior inspections during this time?
A12. Yes. The standard in FHA’s SF Handbook states that the mortgagee must perform a visual exterior inspection. No physical contact with the borrower and/or occupants is required. For more information, please see SF Handbook, Section III.A.2.h.xi — Occupancy Inspection.
Q13. Does FHA require physical contact with the borrower and/or occupants when acquiring possession of a property in connection with occupied conveyances?
A13. No. When identifying property occupants, FHA does not require physical contact with the borrower and/or occupants. For more information, please see SF Handbook, Section III.A.2.s. —Acquiring Possession.
Q14. Will I be able to place a bid on a HUD-owned property via the HUD Homestore bid site?
A14. Yes. The bidding site is available.
Q15. Is FHA continuing to process claims?
A15. FHA will continue to process claims; however, servicers may experience slightly longer processing timeframes if there are office closures, particularly for any claims submitted manually and Title I claim submissions and Title I manufactured housing endorsements.
Q 16. Is HUD suspending credit reporting for FHA-Insured mortgages?
A 16. FHA requires servicers to comply with the credit reporting requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA); however, FHA encourages servicers to consider the impacts of COVID-19 on borrowers’ financial situations and any flexibilities a servicer may have under the FCRA when taking negative credit reporting actions.
Q17. (REVISED 3.27.20) Is FHA continuing to require appraisals with interior property inspections for Single Family programs?
A17. (REVISED 3.27.20) In accordance with Mortgagee Letter 2020-05, exceptions for two additional appraisal inspection scope of work options may be used for certain cases. The exterior-only appraisal and the desktop-only appraisal options are permitted when circumstances warrant. The FHA roster appraiser must complete all required appraisals in accordance with acceptable Appraisal Reporting Forms and Protocols. See ML 2020-05 for more program specific details.
Q18. Are face-to-face interviews still required under FHA’s Default Servicing early default intervention requirements?
A18. FHA has published a regulatory waiver and an accompanying SF Handbook waiver to allow mortgagees to utilize alternative methods for contacting borrowers, in lieu of face-to-face interviews, to meet the requirements of SF Handbook, Section III.A.2.h.xii. For more information, please see Regulatory Waiver and Handbook Waiver.
Q&As (3.18.2020)
Q19. Will lenders be penalized if they are unable to submit case binders to FHA within 10 business days of the binder request as a result of temporary lender office closures or reductions in on-site staff?
A19: No. Lenders should make every effort to submit case binders to FHA as quickly as possible, but they will not be penalized for overdue binder requests caused by their temporary office closures or staff reductions related to Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Q20. Will FHA suspend foreclosures and evictions on single family properties now that a Presidentially-Declared COVID-19 National Emergency has been declared? A20. Yes. FHA published Mortgagee Letter (ML) 2020-04, “Foreclosure and Eviction Moratorium in connection with the Presidentially-Declared COVID-19 National Emergency,” on March 18, 2020. This ML announced an immediate foreclosure and eviction moratorium for all FHA-insured single family mortgages for a 60-day period.
Q21: Is FHA providing an automatic extension to foreclosure deadlines following the expiration of this moratorium? A21: Yes. FHA is providing mortgagees an automatic 60-day extension following the moratorium expiration date to commence or recommence foreclosure action or evaluate the borrower under HUD’s Loss Mitigation Program.
Q22. Why is FHA granting a foreclosure moratorium for HECMs instead of an extension to the HECM foreclosure timelines?
A22. FHA is authorizing a foreclosure moratorium for Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) through guidance in ML 2020-04, which is being provided in response to the unprecedented national emergency and the exigent circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 crisis. HUD’s
Presidentially-declared major disaster rea (PDMDA) guidance concerning extensions of HECM foreclosure timelines as provided in FHA INFO 18-40 is unaffected by the guidance.
New Q&As (3.27.2020)
Q24. When are exceptions to the appraisal inspection protocols for the use of exterior-only and desktop-only scope of work permitted?
A24. An exception for the exterior-only option is limited to purchase cases, rate and term refinances, simple refinances, and HECMs. An exception for the desktop-only option is limited to purchase cases.
Q25. What precautions should appraisers take while conducting a property appraisal report with inspection?
A25. Appraisers are advised to establish safety policies and procedures for their clients per the current guidance and recommendations provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) as well as local, state, and federal resources. When scheduling property inspections, appraisers should discuss established protocols to reduce the risk of COVID-19 exposure.
Q26. Does the appraiser have to perform an interior inspection of the subject property?
A26. Certain FHA cases may now be completed with exterior-only or desktop-only scope of work. The appraiser should monitor the client’s engagement letters and instructions. For cases requiring the standard protocols of a complete interior and exterior viewing, the appraiser should follow safe practices and keep the client informed.
Q27. When performing an exterior-only or desktop-only scope of work, should the appraisal subject to inspection be completed at a later date?
A27. The appraisal does not need to be subject to an inspection at a later date solely because an interior or physical inspection was not performed. The appraiser must identify any necessary extraordinary assumptions based on the limited inspection scope of work and complete the appraisal based upon these assumptions. The appraisal will be completed “AS IS” unless deficiencies in Minimum Property Requirements (MPR) are observed or known to the appraiser based on the scope of inspection.
Q28. Which appraisal forms will be used for the exterior-only and desktop-only appraisals?
A28. The current acceptable appraisal reporting forms based on property/assignment type will continue to be used for all appraisals, including those with limited inspection scope of work. The appraiser must include the amended model certification and scope of work with the appraisal form. See acceptable reporting forms below:
Q29. Where should the appraiser get the subject property data necessary to complete the appraisal form for an exterior-only or desktop-only scope of work?
A29. To identify the property characteristics necessary to develop the appraisal, the appraiser may rely on third party data from the following sources: prior appraisals, tax assessor’s property record, and the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). The Appraiser may also obtain and rely on information from the homeowner with disclosures. Extraordinary assumptions are permitted when necessary in the development of a credible appraisal and should be clearly stated.
Q30. Are there any additional changes to the appraisal form data requirements to clearly communicate that a modified scope of work was completed?
A30. Yes. To better identify a modified scope of work appraisal, the Map Reference text field within the subject section of the form should be used to state “desktop” or “exterior,” when applicable.
Q31. Is the appraiser still responsible for identification of property deficiencies and minimum property requirements?
A31. While the FHA minimum property requirements (MPR) has not changed, the appraiser is required to observe, analyze, and report only what is evident based on the assignment scope of work.
Property/Assignment
Type
Acceptable Reporting Form
Single Family, Detached, Attached or Semi-Detached Residential Property
Fannie Mae Form 1004/Freddie Mac Form 70, Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR); Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization (MISMO) 2.6 Government-Sponsored Enterprise (GSE) format
Single Unit Condominium
Fannie Mae Form 1073/Freddie Mac Form 465, Individual Condominium Unit Appraisal Report; MISMO 2.6 GSE format
Manufactured (HUD Code) Housing
Fannie Mae Form 1004C/Freddie Mac Form 70B, Manufactured Home Appraisal Report; MISMO 2.6 Errata 1 format
Small Residential Income Properties(Two to Four Units)
Fannie Mae Form 1025/Freddie Mac Form 72, Small Residential Income Property Appraisal Report; MISMO 2.6 Errata 1 format
Update of Appraisal(All Property Types)
Summary Appraisal Update Report Section of Fannie Mae Form 1004D/Freddie Mac Form 442, Appraisal Update and/or Completion Report; MISMO 2.6 Errata 1 format
Compliance or Final Inspection for New Construction or Manufactured Housing
Form HUD-92051, Compliance Inspection Report, in Portable Document Format (PDF)
Compliance or Final Inspection for Existing Property
Certification of Completion Section of Fannie Mae Form 1004D/Freddie Mac Form 442, Appraisal Update and/or Completion Report; MISMO 2.6 Errata 1 format

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How does Kentucky FHA Mortgage Rates work?

Kentucky FHA mortgage loans are backed by the Federal Housing Administration under the umbrella of HUD. FHA loans were developed to help borrowers that don’t have a large down payment and a weaker credit profile to buy and refinance their home mortgage loan.

​Kentucky FHA rates are backed by the government, so they are typically lower than other mortgage rates in the secondary market like Conventional loans and portfolio loans at banks, but fall in line compatible to other backed government loans in the secondary market likeUSDA, VA, mortgage loans. Most people seeking FHA mortgages will get a 30 year, 20 year of 15 year fixed rate loan with the security of the house payment not changing. ​

​Lower Credit Standards and Credit Scores for FHA loans

FHA mortgages will go down to a 500 credit score with at least 10% down payment, and if your credit score is higher than 580, you can put the minimum of 3.5% down payment. Additionally, you need to be only 2 years removed from a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, or 1 year from a Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

​Mortgage Insurance on FHA loans

Mortgage insurance is required on most FHA loans and is usually for life of loan with everyone paying the same. If you have a higher credit score and a larger down payment, it would make sense to look at doing a conventional mortgage loan because they are based on your credit score, money down, and debt to income ratio and not for life of loan.

You can get a lower FHA mortgage insurance premium and not have to finance the premiums for life of the loan if you put more than 10% down payment and finance on a 15 year term.

​Why would you consider a FHA mortgage?

​My best opinion is this. ​​​​If you have a bankruptcy that is less than 4 years, have a credit score lower than 660, and very little money down, I would recommend at looking to do a FHA mortgage Loan. Your chances of getting approved with likely result in a loan approval as opposed to doing a conventional loan backed by Fannie Mae.

Why would you consider a Conventional Loan?

My best opinion is this. If you have a bankruptcy over 4 years or longer, at least 5% down payment, a credit score of 680 or higher, I would look doing a conventional mortgage loan.

 

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Kentucky FHA Property Flipping Guidelines

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FHA’s re-sale restriction period is defined as the time between the date of acquisition (original settlement date) and the date of execution of the new sales contract (the new loan closing date)
Re-sales of a property less than 90 days after acquisition are not eligible for an FHA insured mortgage
Re-sales occurring between 91 and 180 days of acquisition with a sale price 100% over the original purchase price must have the value supported by a 2nd appraisal
Re-Sales occurring between 91 days and 12 months of acquisition with a re-sale price 5% greater than the lowest sales price of the property during the 12 months preceding the sales contract may be subject to a 2nd appraisal
Exceptions to the time restrictions on sales:

Sales by HUD of Real Estate-Owned (REO) properties under 24 CFR part 291 and of single family assets in revitalization areas pursuant to section 204 of the National Housing Act (12 U.S.C. 1710);
Sales by another agency of the United States Government of REO single family properties pursuant to programs operated by these agencies;

Sales of properties by nonprofit organizations approved to purchase HUD REO single family properties at a discount with resale restrictions;
Sales of properties that were acquired by the sellers by inheritance;
Sales of properties purchased by an employer or relocation agency in connection with the relocation of an employee;
Sales of properties by state- and federally-chartered financial institutions and government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs);
Sales of properties by local and state government agencies; and
Only upon announcement by HUD through issuance of a notice, sales of properties located in areas designated by the President as federal disaster areas. The notice will specify how long the exception will be in effect.
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KENTUCKY HUD HOMES FOR SALE

KENTUCKY FHA $100 DOWN PROGRAM FOR HOMEBUYERS IN KENTUCKY​

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FHA’s $100 Down Program​ is allowed for Kentucky Home Buyers buying a home that is owned by HUD or FHA​. The $100 Down sales incentive permits a Borrower to purchase a HUD REO Property with FHA-insured financing with a minimum downpayment of $100.

This program can ONLY be used to purchase homes owned by HUD OR FHA.

Check the link below to see if any properties are offered in your area. If a property is eligible, the listing on the website will specify $100 Down Financing Incentivize.

You can find all current listings for sale by HUD here.

100 down payment

The main factors in qualifying for this​ Kentucky FHA ​ program are that the property must be a HUD REO property and purchased using FHA Financing, aside from these, the requirements include:

  1. Occupancy: The property must be purchased for use as your Primary Residence.
  1. Property Type: Eligible properties include 1 or 2 unit homes, manufactured homes, condos, and PUDs.
  1. Full Price Offer: You must submit an offer for the full listing price. Typically, when you purchase a home, you make an offer to the seller…. we all want to get the best deal so you may offer less than the asking price… or you may offer more if the home you want is being bid on by many buyers…. With HUD REO properties this is not allowed. The sales price HUD has on the listing is what you must offer.
  1. Sales Contract: The $100 down payment incentive must be included on the executed sales contract.
  1. Cannot have purchased a HUD home within the preceding 24 months
  1. Credit Score:​ ​580 is the minimum FICO score you must have to qualify for a FHA Kentucky Home Buyer using the HUD $100 Down loan program. 
  2. Usually takes about 30-45 days to close
  3. Earnest Money Deposit usually needs to be at least $500 to $1000
  4. This is a manual underwriter meaning that your debt to income ratio has to be 31 and 43% respectively
  5. No Chapter 7 Bankruptcies in last two years
  6. No Foreclosures in last 3 years
  7. Clear Cavirs on borrowers.
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White Plains, KY, 42464
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201-278709 793 Highway 16
Glencoe, KY, 41046
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201-339965 2750 Latonia Ave
Covington, KY, 41015
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201-340924 1309 Little Pigeon Ct
Lexington, KY, 40515
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201-347762 307 Elkhorn Green Pl
Georgetown, KY, 40324
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201-348170 820 Mars Dr
Verona, KY, 41092
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201-362370 194 Batton Loop
Morehead, KY, 40351
Rowan County		 $59,400 3 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-368065 199 Lake Trail Land
Russell Springs, KY, 42642
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201-370012 112 Cherry Lane
Frankfort, KY, 40601
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201-372013 10057 Elizabethtown Rd
Big Clifty, KY, 42712
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201-386189 4701 Dohn Rd
Louisville, KY, 40216
Jefferson County		 $51,000 3 1.00 Exclusive  12/10/2018 View Street
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201-387184 12804 Walnut Creek Dr
Alexandria, KY, 41001
Campbell County		 $159,000 4 2.10 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-391357 38 Lovelaceville Rd
Lovelaceville, KY, 42060
Ballard County		 $19,600 2 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-393499 620 Main Street
Uniontown, KY, 42461
Union County		 $26,100 3 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-396375 119 Crane St
Somerset, KY, 42501
Pulaski County		 $30,000 2 1.00 Exclusive  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-401444 151 Eastside Park Dr
Butler, KY, 41006
Pendleton County		 $50,400 3 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-407845 824 Pike St
Sadieville, KY, 40370
Scott County		 $27,000 1 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-411349 115 Jimmy Lovell Ro
Dawson Springs, KY, 42408
Hopkins County		 $75,000 2 1.10 Exclusive  12/10/2018 View Street
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201-412276 386 W Elm St
Clay, KY, 42404
Webster County		 $35,000 3 2.10 Exclusive  12/03/2018 View Street
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201-417838 147 Main Street
Newport, KY, 41071
Campbell County		 $38,500 1 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-427873 229 Rosedale Ct
Covington, KY, 41015
Kenton County		 $42,400 2 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-445853 902 Deer Haven Dr
Owensboro, KY, 42301
Daviess County		 $63,000 3 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-448631 13302 Horncastle Ave
Louisville, KY, 40272
Jefferson County		 $65,000 4 1.10 Exclusive  11/30/2018 View Street
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201-461769 511 1/2 Cleaver St
Elizabethtown, KY, 42701
Hardin County		 $20,000 1 1.00 Exclusive  12/03/2018 View Street
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201-481525 216 10th St
Carrollton, KY, 41008
Carroll County		 $117,000 4 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-483660 204 Village Dr
Frankfort, KY, 40601
Franklin County		 $143,000 3 2.10 Exclusive  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-484750 3256 N Highway 259
Hardinsburg, KY, 40143
Breckinridge County		 $45,000 3 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-503727 207 Canyon Ridge Rd
Wellington, KY, 40387
Menifee County		 $76,000 3 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-510934 5685 Old State Rd
Guston, KY, 40142
Meade County		 $60,000 3 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-513130 109 W Chestnut St
Carlisle, KY, 40311
Nicholas County		 $73,000 3 2.00 Exclusive  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-528046 330 Brookside Dr
Danville, KY, 40422
Boyle County		 $175,000 4 3.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-536556 1504 Robinson St
Grayson, KY, 41143
Carter County		 $46,400 3 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-537032 307 Liberty St
Carlisle, KY, 40311
Nicholas County		 $40,000 3 1.00 Exclusive  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-546596 38 Harrison Holw
Belfry, KY, 41514
Pike County		 $7,000 0 0.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-547160 324 Malone Rd
Bradfordsville, KY, 40009
Marion County		 $40,000 3 2.00 Exclusive  12/07/2018 View Street
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201-550376 3904 Taffy Rd
Whitesville, KY, 42378
Ohio County		 $50,000 3 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-557096 237 Wright St
Frankfort, KY, 40601
Franklin County		 $40,000 3 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-560972 5457 Ky Route 680
Grethel, KY, 41631
Floyd County		 $76,000 4 2.10 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-576631 67 Snake Lick Rd
Berry, KY, 41003
Harrison County		 $45,000 3 2.00 Exclusive  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-580027 255 Kingsway Dr
Frankfort, KY, 40601
Franklin County		 $65,000 3 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-580611 2410 Paddock Ln
Louisville, KY, 40216
Jefferson County		 $88,000 4 1.00 Exclusive  11/30/2018 View Street
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201-580733 2294 Josephine Rd
Stamping Ground, KY, 40379
Scott County		 $108,000 4 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-583071 104 Jonathan Ct
Somerset, KY, 42503
Pulaski County		 $108,900 4 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-590501 13255 Dawson Springs Rd
Crofton, KY, 42217
Christian County		 $45,000 3 1.00 Exclusive  12/07/2018 View Street
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201-601254 1044 Scenic Dr
Radcliff, KY, 40160
Hardin County		 $132,300 3 2.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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201-604473 8180 Georgetown Rd
Owenton, KY, 40359
Owen County		 $69,000 3 2.00 Exclusive  12/07/2018 View Street
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202-019773 516 Wood Street
Maysville, KY, 41056
Mason County		 $25,000 3 1.00 Extended  11/29/2018 View Street
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