NO APPRAISAL – IDAHO FHA STREAMLINE REFINANCE MORTGAGE

An Idaho FHA Streamline Refinance With No Appraisal is the best way to go if you live in Boise, Idaho and are looking to Refinance your home and you currently have an FHA loan.

 

Benefits of a Boise Idaho FHA Streamline Refinance

  • Appraisal usually not required
  • Very little paperwork
  • No Appraisal Fee (if doing no appraisal option)
  • Easily increase or decrease the length of the term of your existing loan
  • Take advantage of current low interest rates
  • Little or no out-of-pocket costs

 

If you own a home and you still owe mortgage payments, chances are with interest rates as low as they are you are examining your refinancing options. In today’s economy everyone needs a way to lower their monthly payments and make housing more affordable. An Idaho FHA Streamline Refinance is a great way for a borrower to take advantage of the great interest rates on the market without needing to get an appraisal.

 

One of the best features of an FHA Streamline Refinance is that an appraisal does not have to be done on the property. As many of you know property values have been on the decline so appraisals have been coming back with values lower than what is needed to refinance many properties. That is why it is very beneficial not needing an appraise done when you refinance your home with an Idaho FHA Streamline Refinance. This also allows means that there isn’t an appraisal fee associated with your FHA refinance.

 

FHA Streamline Refi’s are a great way to lower your interest rate and your payment without going through the hassles of a standard refinance by not needing an appraisal and there is less documentation required from you by the lender.

 

A main benefit with Streamline FHA loans is that your monthly payments are permanently lowered. The extra money you have at the end of the month can go a long way toward helping you reach your financial goals.

 

If you live in Idaho and you have an Idaho FHA Mortgage then an Idaho FHA Streamline Refi is a great way to go. If you have any questions about refinancing your home. Feel free to contact me.

 

 

Rick & RickandJaneheadshotJane May
Mann Mortgage
Branch Manager/Owners
Direct: 208-861-0000
mannmortgagemeridian@gmail.com
ID MBL-2550 / NMLS # 173614/12870
www.idahohomegroup.com

 

 

FHA Streamline Requirements

There are certain requirements of a FHA Streamline Refinance. First and foremost, your existing loan must be FHA-insured, current, and in good standing. The borrower must have opened the loan at least six months prior to refinancing. The Streamline Refinance must lower the borrower’s interest rate, thus lowering monthly payments. Cash back is not an option for this type of refinance.

Can I Get An Idaho VA Loan If I’ve Had A Recent Foreclosure?

Many veterans today are wondering whether or not they can get an Idaho VA Mortgage loan if they have recently been through a foreclosure.

Fortunately, the VA qualifying guidelines do allow for veterans and military personnel to qualify for an Idaho VA loan after a foreclosure, but with some restrictions.

For starters, veterans are not eligible for a VA loan for 2 full years after their foreclosure. After this time veterans are allowed to apply for a loan again, but will face increased scrutiny and will likely have to respond to more questions during the application process.

Remember, while you are eligible to apply for a VA loan after 2 years, there are additional requirements that must be met which may vary by lender. Simply waiting out the recovery period does not guarantee you loan approval.

Also keep in mind that this rule does not only apply to veterans who previously had a VA loan. Even veterans who have had conventional mortgage foreclosures are subject to the same regulations.

For veterans who do have a recent foreclosure that involved a VA loan, there are additional restrictions.

First, to restore full entitlement after a VA loan foreclosure, the borrower has to completely pay back the VA the loss of the previously guaranteed amount.

It is possible to use partial-entitlement to get a VA loan, but without full entitlement a down payment will probably be required. Borrowers with past foreclosures will also be asked to provide details regarding the circumstances. If you can show that the cause of your financial trouble and foreclosure were largely out of your control, you may be able to increase your chances for approval.

Some examples of extenuating circumstances include:

  • Unforeseen medical bills.
  • Job loss.
  • Certain lawsuits.

Examples of circumstances which probably won’t be considered to be extenuating are:

  • Bankruptcy because of an entrepreneurial business venture.
  • Getting divorced.
  • Certain lawsuits.

Regardless of the scenario, there is no guarantee of approval or denial as decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.

Lastly, even though the VA does not disqualify veterans from VA loans after a foreclosure, it can definitely make the application process take longer than it normally would.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Are the children of a living or deceased veteran eligible for the home loan benefit?

No, the children of an eligible veteran are not eligible for the home loan benefit.

Q: How can I obtain proof of military service?

Standard Form 180, Request Pertaining to Military Records, is used to apply for proof of military service regardless of whether you served on regular active duty or in the selected reserves. This request form is NOT processed by VA.

Rather, Standard Form 180 is completed and mailed to the appropriate custodian of military service records. Instructions are provided on the reverse of the form to assist in determining the correct forwarding address.

Q: Is the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran eligible for the home loan benefit?

The unmarried surviving spouse of a veteran who died on active duty or as the result of a service-connected disability is eligible for the home loan benefit.

If you have any questions about VA mortgage loans please feel free to contact us.

Michelle Guth
Diversified Mortgage Group
Branch Manager/Owner
Direct: 208-475-0865
Loanswithmichelle@gmail.com
ID MBL-5696 / NMLS # 36853 / 36852 / 1850
www.idahohomegroup.com

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