FHA Single Family Housing

FHA Issues Recertification for Condos: New guidance has been issued for recertifying condominiums.

FHA Short REFI Opportunity for Underwater Homeowners: HUD announced on 08/06/10 details on the adjustment to its refinance program that will enable lenders to provide additional refinancing options to homeowners who owe more than their home is worth. Read the press release...

From the Desk of the FHA Commissioner: Stay up to date with the latest news from the Desk of the FHA Commissioner.

Housing Counseling Program Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) FY2010: HUD announced on 07/27/10 that $79 million is available for a broad range of housing counseling programs to help families find & preserve housing. Read more...

FHA "First Look" Sales Method for Eligible NSP Purchasers: HUD announced on 7/12/10 a new initiative that gives governments & nonprofits participating in the NSP program preference to acquire HudHomes.

	NSP First Look Federal Register Notice, July 2010
	HUD First Look Press Release, July 12, 2010
	NSP Homepage
	NSP Resource Exchange

Announcing the HopeLoan Port: The HOPE NOW Alliance recently announced the launch of a new web portal, HOPE LoanPort™, that HUD believes has the potential to significantly improve the execution of HAMP & non-HAMP modifications.

FHA Announces Policy Changes to Address Risk & Strengthen Finances: Commissioner David Stevens has announced changes to strengthen the FHA’s capital reserves, while enabling the agency to continue to fulfill its mission. Read the press release & the Federal Register Notice.

Making Home Affordable (MHA): Find out how MHA can help homeowners facing foreclosure find help with their mortgage. Visit: www.makinghomeaffordable.gov