FHA mortgage
FHA mortgages, which are insured by the Federal Housing Administration, make homeownership possible for people who might not qualify for conventional mortgage programs. They offer:
- Low down payment and closing costs, with the option to use gift money for 100% of the down payment
- Flexible approval requirements for people who have less-than-perfect credit or lack a traditional credit history
- Expanded qualifying ratios for people with low-to-moderate incomes
VA mortgage
VA mortgages, which are insured by the Department of Veterans Affairs, make buying a home easier and more affordable for veterans, reservists, and active-duty service members. They offer some of the easiest approval requirements of any mortgage, including:
- No down payment requirement, so you can finance 100% of the purchase price
- The option to use gift money or secondary financing
- Flexible credit requirements
- Expanded qualifying ratio