Missed Payments and a FHA Mortgage
If you are one of the many people who have missed a mortgage payment, there is some important information regarding FHA loans and missed payments that you should know.
The FHA offers loans to people with low to moderate incomes to purchase a home with no money down.
If you have missed a mortgage payment, here are some facts you should know:
- There are certain circumstances in which the FHA will not begin foreclosure proceedings 90 days after
a missed payment. For example: if you miss a payment, but you can make up the payment within 90 days,
your home will not be foreclosed. However, you must meet the FHA's criteria for an acceptable reason
for a missed payment.
- You must CONTACT YOUR LENDER and the FHA if you miss a payment. Do not ignore the FHA or their attempts
to resolve the issue. You will not be the first person to miss a payment, and if you explain your
circumstances to them they may be able to help you avoid foreclosure.
- Many mortgage lenders offer re-payment plans where if you missed a mortgage payment but are now back on
track you can pay a little extra every month for 6-12 months and make up the mortgage payment that way
rather than in one lump sum.
- The FHA offers a one-time mortgage assistance program through the FHA insurance fund to help you get back
on track if you miss one payment. To qualify, the missed payment must be at least 4 months, but not more
then 1 year, delinquent.