Fannie Mae Homepath Mortgage Incentives are BACK!

NOTE:  This program has been extended through October 31, 2011.

Fannie Mae is trying to sweeten the pot for buyers to considering using a Fannie Mae Homepath Mortgage for purchasing a foreclosed home that is now owned by Fannie Mae by offering 3.5% in closing costs on eligible transactions that close by June 30, 2011.

Here are some details for qualifying for the Fannie's Homepath Mortgage special (from the Homepath website):

• Buyers and/or selling agents (the agent representing the buyer) must request the incentive upon submission of initial offer in order to be eligible.
• The initial offer must be submitted on or after April 11, 2011 and close by June 30, 2011. If an initial offer was made prior to the effective date, the offer is not eligible for the incentive.
• The sale must close on or before June 30, 2011. No exceptions will be made to this deadline.
• Only buyers purchasing a HomePath property as their primary residence may receive up to 3.5% in closing cost assistance. Second homes and investment properties are excluded from the incentive.
• Buyer must sign the Owner Occupant Certification Rider to the Real Estate Purchase Addendum.
• If a buyer's total closing costs are under 3.5%, the difference will not be available as a credit to the buyer.

Don't forget, the Fannie Mae Homepath Mortgage does not require an appraisal and there is no private mortgage insurance for credit scores over 660.   Fannie Mae will lend up to the high balance conforming loan limit, which is currently $567,500 in the greater Seattle area.   For more information, click here.

NOTE:  If you're considering a Fannie Mae HomePath Mortgage…I recommend checking out FHA rates which are currently lower, offers down payments as low as 3.5% and the mortgages are assumable.  It never hurts to compare your options!

If you have questions or would like a rate quote for a home located anywhere in Washington, please contact me!