HUD's internet site provides additional information on FHA mortgages: https://www.hud.gov/buying/loans
Find an FHA-approved lender in your area: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/housing/sfh/lender/lenderlist
You may also wish to contact a HUD-approved housing counseling agency in your area for unbiased counseling on your particular situation.
You can access:
- An on-line list of HUD-approved housing counseling agencies: https://hudgov-answers.force.com/housingcounseling/s/
- A list of HUD-approved Housing Counseling Agencies and their contact information can be obtained by calling HUD's interactive voice system at toll-free 1-800-569-4287.
- Additional housing counseling information: https://www.hud.gov/i_want_to/talk_to_a_housing_counselor
Find out what programs are available in your area: https://www.hud.gov/buying/localbuying
For more information on HUD Homes listings and how to search the HUD Homes website (including saving searches and email alerts) please visit http://www.hudhomestore.gov and click “Help” on the gray bar in the top right corner of the page. On this page you will find short videos, guides and additional FAQs.
For additional information see Handbook 4000.1 II.A.8.o at: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/administration/hudclips/handbooks/hsgh