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.
Qualifying for a Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac Loan After Foreclosure. Prior to June 20, 2010, the waiting period for a Fannie Mae loan following a foreclosure was five years. Now, to qualify for a Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac loan, you must wait at least seven years after the foreclosure.ou may still qualify for an FHA loan with a 550 FICO, but instead of making a 3.5% down payment, your down payment would be higher, at least 10%. FICO scores can be significantly damaged by a foreclosure. And the higher your credit score, the bigger the FICO drop with a foreclosure.