HUD / FHA – available through approved lenders
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.
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