U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) / FHA
FHA-insured home improvement loans up to $25,000 for single-family homes, available through HUD-approved lenders. Loans up to $7,500 are unsecured (signature only); larger loans require a lien on the property. Fixed interest rate; no prepayment penalty. No equity requirement for smaller loans. Can be used for any permanent home improvement that adds to the home's basic livability.
Loan — repayment required. No equity needed for loans under $7,500. Rate is market-based.
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