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Realtor.com shares, "an FHA-approved condo is a property that can be purchased using FHA loans—or loans that are insured by the Federal Housing Administration. These FHA loans are for first-time homebuyers (or someone who hasn’t owned a home in the previous three years).

The fantastic news about FHA-approved condos is that these properties require lower down payments and have looser credit requirements than conventional loans. The not-so-great news is that FHA-approved condos may require homebuyers to jump through a few extra hoops.

So what requirements must these condominiums meet to be approved by the FHA? And where should you go to search for available properties?

What are FHA-approved condos?

FHA condos are simply residential…

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Realtor.com writes, "FHA versus conventional loan: If you need a mortgage to buy a house, you may find yourself weighing these two options. What’s the difference, and which one is right for you?

While the majority of homebuyers might assume they should get a conventional home loan, about 40% end up with FHA loans, which are insured by the Federal Housing Administration.

To help you decide whether an FHA or conventional loan is better for your circumstances, here’s more information about each, including their distinct advantages to you as a home buyer as well as what you’ll need to qualify (which may vary by lender).

Conventional loan requirements

Minimum down payment: 3% to 20%
Minimum credit score: 620
Maximum debt-to-income ratio: below…

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