The document summarizes FHA and VA loan programs that can help buyers with lower credit scores or who have faced prior bankruptcies or foreclosures. Key points include:
- FHA allows lower down payments of 3.5%, higher debt ratios, prior bankruptcies only 2 years old, and gift funds can cover down payment and closing costs. Maximum loan amount is $697,500.
- VA offers zero down payment, prior bankruptcies allowed after 2 years, and gift funds can cover closing costs. Maximum loan amount is $417,000 with no down payment required.
- Both programs accept alternative credit documentation for buyers with credit scores below 620 and allow prior fore