Refinance for FHA Insured Projects

Properties with existing FHA insured loans are eligible.

The lesser of:

1. The original principal amount of the existing insured loan;
2. The outstanding principal balance of the existing insured loan plus the cost of required repairs, improvements, outstanding debt incurred in connection with capital improvements (as approved by HUD), prepayment penalties, and loan closing costs;
3. The amount of debt that can be serviced by 90% of net operating income.

The term of the new loan may not exceed the remaining term of the original loan; however, HUD may approve a term extension up to 12 years beyond the term of the existing loan to ensure long-term economic viability (not to exceed maximum term of underlying mortgage insurance program).

Qualifies for Ginnie Mae guaranteed mortgage-backed securities, direct placement or may be used to credit enhance tax-exempt bonds.

Subject to market conditions.

The annual MIP is .50% of the outstanding loan amount for market rate transactions unless it qualifies for .25% through the Green/Energy Efficient Housing qualifications. 90% affordable or rental assisted qualify for the annual MIP of .25%. All other affordable are at .35% MIP. The first year MIP is set at the program rate.

Typically closed for 2 years then open to prepayment at 108% in year 3, declining 1% per year. Other variations are possible based on market conditions and borrower preferences.

Section 223(a)(7) processing usually takes about 3 to 4 months (subject to deal specifics).

0.15% of the loan amount (non-refundable).

None.

Annual deposits required equivalent to the greater of $250 per unit per annum or as identified in a Project Capital Needs Assessment (PCNA).

None. The FHA loan is non-recourse.

Yes, subject to HUD and lender approval (0.05% of the original loan amount).

• Funds to cover minor repairs ($1,500/unit max) and costs of the transaction can be included in the loan amount.
• Outstanding debt incurred in connection with capital improvements already made to the property may also be included in the loan amount, subject to HUD approval.
• Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements do not apply to any repairs.
• Loans insured under Section 223(a)(7) assume program characteristics of the underlying mortgage insurance program.
• The streamlined nature of the underwriting does not require a new appraisal, market study or environmental; however, a new PCNA is required as part of the application.
• A PCNA will be required every 10 years.