FHA Mortgage Resource Center offered by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
FHA Mortgage Resource Center offered by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Provides general information about Federal Housing Authority (FHA)-insured mortgages, which usually offer loans with lower interest rates and down-payments than standard mortgages. Monitors appraisals and specifications that must be met in order for a house to be eligible for purchase with an FHA-insured mortgage. Also offers assistance to homeowners with existing FHA-insured mortgages, by providing information and referrals to local HUD-approved housing counseling agencies. Counseling and information covers issues of mortgage delinquency, escrow account analysis, recertification, home repair and energy conservation.
Physical Address
909 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104
Hours
M-F, 8am-8pm, EST.
Voice
Application process
Call for information and referral, or check website for listing of local housing counseling agencies.
Fee
None.
Eligibility
Homeowners with existing Federal Housing Authority (FHA)-insured mortgages, as well as those interested in lower-cost home ownership.
Languages
Spanish
Agency info
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Operates federal housing programs for home buyers, homeowners and tenants in multi-family and single-family housing. Works to increase home ownership, support community development and increase access to affordable housing free from discrimination.