For those looking for a short-term injection of cash, for those 55 and over looking for extra income and who are planning on living in their homes for many years and are less concerned about leaving a legacy, it could be an avenue worth exploring. Other options include a line of credit or downsizing.
2017 FHA Guidelines. 1  Bankruptcy â You may apply for a FHA insured loan after your bankruptcy has been discharged for TWO (2) years with a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. 2  Foreclosure â You may apply for a FHA insured loan THREE (3) years after the sale/deed transfer date. Short Sale / Deed in Lieu â You may apply for a FHA insured loan THREE (3) years after the sale/deed transfer date. FHA treats short sale, deed in lieu and foreclosure as the same waiting periods.
Derogatory credit and the time that needs to elapse since an event such as bankruptcy, short sale or foreclosure to complete new financing has been a common question. In summary FNMA/FHLMC, FHA, VA & USDA's guidelines are listed below. A two year waiting period is required since the date of discharge of Bankruptcy. NOTE: Must use sale date shown on Trusteeâs Deed for mortgages included in bankruptcy and a 3 yr waiting period from this date will apply. If FHA Mortgage foreclosure, date FHA paid the claim is required. Call HUD to verify when that was to move forward. A two year waiting period is required from discharge date.