2020 Welcome Home Program for Kentucky Home Buyers

2020 KY USDA Rural Housing Income Limits for Kentucky Counties for the Guaranteed RHS Loan

2020 KY USDA Rural Housing Income Limits for Kentucky Counties for the Guaranteed RHS Loan

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Rural Housing Requirements For USDA Loans In Kentucky

Kentucky Mortgage USDA Loans Zero Down Home Loans Still Exist

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A Complete Guide to Closing Costs in Kentucky

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Mortgage Costs for A Kentucky Mortgage Loan

Payments & fees you can expect for a Kentucky Mortgage Loan Approval

Mortgage Guide for Kentucky Home Buyers

Here’s a breakdown of the expenses you can expect:

Down payment and earnest money, Your monthly mortgage payment, Closing costs, Other fees and expenses

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Down Payment and Earnest Money

Before you even buy the home, you’ll need cash for your earnest money and down payment. You may have heard the myth that you need a 20% down payment to buy a home, but there are actually loan programs available that require as little as 3.5% — or even 0% down for those who qualify. Contact me to learn more.

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The Mortgage Payment

Your monthly mortgage payment consists of:

Principal:The actual amount you are borrowing.
Interest:What it costs to borrow the money for your home.
Escrow:A third party account used to pay for taxes and insurance on your behalf. Learn more about escrow.
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Closing Costs

You’ll also have to pay closing costs when ownership…

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Kentucky FHA Down Payment Requirements, Credit Scores and Mortgage Insurance

How Credit Scores Impact Kentucky  FHA Loan Down Payment Requirements


Kentucky Home Buyers credit scores are one of  the largest factors in determining the amount of a down payment for an FHA loan.   A credit score of 580 or higher, 3.5 percent is the minimum required for a down payment. Anyone with a credit score of 500 to 579 will have to save 10 percent for a down payment to obtain an FHA loan.

What Are Mortgage Insurance Requirements on Kentucky FHA Loans?

FHA loans are required to pay mortgage insurance premiums, often known as upfront mortgage insurance premiums and monthly annual premiums.

 
  • Upfront mortgage insurance premium: 1.75 percent of the loan amount and is paid when the borrower gets the loan. The premium can be rolled into the mortgage.
  • Annual mortgage insurance premium: 0.45 percent to 1.05 percent, depending on the term of the loan (15 years vs. 30 years), the loan amount and the initial loan-to-value ratio, or LTV. This premium amount is divided by 12 and paid monthly.

For a homeowner who borrows $150,000, this means the upfront mortgage insurance premium would be $2,625 and your annual premium would range from $675 ($56.25 per month) to $1,575 ($131.25 per month), depending on the length of the mortgage.

Unlike traditional mortgage insurance premiums, homeowners are required to pay FHA premiums for the entire term of the mortgage. The only time you can stop paying them is to refinance into a non-FHA loan or to sell the house.

Down Payment Gifts and Rules for Kentucky FHA Loans Kentucky borrowers choose an FHA loan can receive money as a gift to help towards the total amount of the down payment.

There are several rules that homeowners need to keep in mind. Gifts can come from friends, family members, labor unions and employers, according to data from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Even non-profit organizations can provide money for a contribution toward a down payment.

In addition, each state offers various assistance programs for down payments for both FHA buyers in Kentucky lacking the down payment.

People obtaining an Kentucky FHA loan are also eligible for these programs. I.e. Kentucky Housing Dap Funds, Welcome Grants In Kentucky