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.
It will depend on the closing date as set forth in the contract. For privately owned sales-assume a normal 30-45 days...It could be less if it's a cash deal. For foreclosures-usually 30 days. For short sales-it should be 30-45 days after the 3rd party lender approves the contract.or privately owned sales-assume a normal 30-45 days...It could be less if it's a cash deal. For foreclosures-usually 30 days. For short sales-it should be 30-45 days after the 3rd party lender approves the contract.