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.
The mortgage company foreclosures on the person, depends upon the state where the person live. Generally the foreclosure process takes time from 12 -18 months. They start by sending the notice to the person after 90 days. After that the bank provides a deadline to him so that he pay the loan off. If he is unable to pay, he is taken to the court. The judge will issue the judgement against him for forclosure.