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FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage

HUD / FHA – available through approved lenders

active federal

About This Program

The FHA 203(k) loan allows homebuyers and owners to finance both the purchase (or refinance) and rehabilitation of a property in a single mortgage. The Streamlined 203(k) covers repairs of $5,000–$35,000; the Standard 203(k) handles major structural work. DC contractors must be DC-licensed. Requires minimum 3.5% down payment and 580+ credit score. Repairs must be completed within 6 months of closing.

Streamlined version supports up to $35,000 in rehabilitation costs; estimate reflects common scope.

Key Details

  • Bundles purchase/refinance + renovation into one loan
  • Streamlined: $5,000–$35,000 rehab; Standard: major structural
  • 580+ credit score and 3.5% down payment required
  • DC contractors must hold DC license
  • Repairs must be completed within 6 months of loan closing

How to Apply

Deadline: Rolling

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