Ive heard of HUD homes. What are HUD homes, and are they a good deal?
CLOSE A: HUD homes can be a very good deal. When someone with a HUD insured mortgage can’t meet the payments, the lender forecloses on the home; HUD pays the lender what is owed; and HUD takes ownership of the home. Then we sell it at market value as quickly as possible. Read all about buying a HUD home – one might be right for you! And check our listings of HUD homes – as well as homes being sold by other federal agencies. By the way, if you want to buy a HUD home, you will be required to use a real estate broker to submit your bid. To find a broker who sells HUD homes, check your local yellow pages or the classified section of your local newspaper.
HUD homes can be a very good deal. When someone with a HUD insured mortgage can’t meet the payments, the lender forecloses on the home; HUD pays the lender what is owed; and HUD takes ownership of the home. Then re-sell it at market value as quickly as possible. I’ve had bad credit, and I don’t have much for a down-payment. Can I become a homebuyer? You may be a good candidate for one of the federal mortgage programs that are available. A good place for you to start is by contacting one of the HUD-funded housing counseling agencies. They can help you sort through your options. In addition, contact your local government to see if there are any local homeownership programs that might work for you. I’m a single mother. How would I go about buying a home? Although you won’t have the benefit of two incomes on which to qualify for a loan, there’s no reason that you can’t become a homeowner. Become familiar with the process, pick a good real estate broker, and think about getting pre-qualifie
HUD homes can be a very good deal. When someone with a HUD insured mortgage can’t meet the payments, the lender forecloses on the home; HUD pays the lender what is owed; and HUD takes ownership of the home. Then we sell it at market value as quickly as possible. Read all about buying a HUD home – one might be right for you! And check our listings of HUD homes – as well as homes being sold by other federal agencies.
