203K Consulting
A 203k loan is a renovation loan that allows homebuyers to finance both the purchase of a home and the cost of repairs, into one single mortgage. Homeowners can also finance the rehabilitation of their current home. Limited 203k (formerly known as a streamline) will allow you to repair minor work, such as kitchens and bathrooms. Standard 203k can finance major renovations, including structural changes, and additions.
What Types of Homes are Eligible?
- Single-family
- Multi-family (up to 4 units)
- Condos (if they’re FHA approved) and only interior repairs are allowed.
What Does the Consultant Do?
- Evaluate systems of the home and outline safety or structural issues that will be required to be repaired.
- Review bids from the contractors.
- Create the initial work write-up and SOR.
- Provide documentation that repairs are complete so funds can be disbursed.
- Ensure the repairs are being done on time and professionally.
Examples of Types of Repairs
- Interior/exterior repairs
- Mechanical improvements
- Structural changes
- Additions
- Septic improvements
- Landscaping
- Site, grading, or drainage improvement
- Accessibility upgrades