FHA HOME LOANS · LOW DOWN PAYMENT · INDIANA & FLORIDA
Lower down payment, more forgiving credit, and down-payment assistance where it helps — explained in plain English, with no pressure.
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Helping more borrowers who may not qualify for conventional financing achieve the dream of homeownership. Check with us to see if you qualify
Taking FHA borrowers to a new level with industry-leading government rates and pricing. This is the obvious choice for top-tier clients.
Our FHA Streamline program allows you to refinance your FHA loan with no appraisal or AVM. Time is of the essence—stop the shop and use our quick closing process to secure your borrower.
We can close your HUD REOs (homes owned by HUD) in as fast as two weeks from submission while allowing holdbacks up to $10,000 for escrow repairs. You can purchase a home from HUD for $100 down payment. Call me for more information.
FHA loans remain one of the most popular paths to homeownership in Indianapolis and Central Indiana — and for good reason. Backed by the Federal Housing Administration, these loans allow buyers to get into a home with as little as 3.5% down and more flexible credit requirements than conventional financing. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer navigating Indy's competitive neighborhoods or someone rebuilding after a financial setback, an FHA loan may be the right fit.
The biggest advantage FHA has over conventional financing is flexibility — lower minimum credit scores, higher debt-to-income ratios allowed, and a smaller down payment requirement. However, FHA loans do require an upfront mortgage insurance premium (MIP) and monthly MIP payments, which can make them slightly more expensive over time for high-credit borrowers. That's why I take the time to compare both options for every client before making a recommendation.
Indianapolis continues to be one of the most affordable major metros in the Midwest, and FHA loan limits reflect that opportunity. The 2025 FHA loan limit for a single-family home in Marion County and surrounding Hamilton, Hendricks, and Boone Counties is $524,225 — well above the median home price in the area, meaning most buyers can access FHA financing without hitting the ceiling. Neighborhoods like Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, Nora, and Lawrence are all within easy reach with FHA financing in place.
Can I use an FHA loan to buy a duplex or multi-family home?
Yes — FHA financing is available for 1- to 4-unit properties, as long as you occupy one of the units as your primary residence. This is a popular strategy for house hackers in Indianapolis who want rental income to offset their mortgage.
How long do I have to wait after bankruptcy to get an FHA loan?
Chapter 7 bankruptcy: typically 2 years from discharge. Chapter 13: you may be eligible after 12 months of on-time payments with court trustee approval. I work with borrowers in these situations regularly — there are paths forward.
Can I refinance my existing mortgage into an FHA loan?
Yes — both rate/term and cash-out refinances are available under FHA. There's also the FHA Streamline Refinance, which requires minimal documentation and no appraisal for existing FHA borrowers.
Is FHA the right loan if my credit score is above 700?
Not necessarily. With strong credit, a conventional loan often makes more financial sense because you can avoid the lifetime MIP that FHA requires on many loans. I always run the numbers on both scenarios before making a recommendation.
Ready to explore your FHA loan options? Call Greg Rank at (317) 603-0912 or apply online today.