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.
There is no set amount of time for closing a loan. The closing time for a loan depends on many different variables. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans are no exception. FHA loans can close in as little as 15 days or take as long as 60 days.The average is between 30 to 45 days.There are several reasons why an FHA loan may take a greater amount of time.ederal Housing Administration (FHA) loans are no exception. FHA loans can close in as little as 15 days or take as long as 60 days. The average is between 30 to 45 days. There are several reasons why an FHA loan may take a greater amount of time.