Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loans
Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program
Where is the topic located?
7 CFR 3555, and HB-1-3555
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Resources
7CFRPart3555
http://www.rd.usda.gov/publications/regulations‐guidelines
7CFRPart3555
§ 3555.104 LoanTerms.
§ 3555.105 Combinationconstructionandpermanentloans.
7CFRPart3555
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Applicant Advantages
Purchaseexistingdwelling
Customizeimprovements
Oneloanclosing
Fundstopurchasethedwellingand
provideeligiblerehabilitation
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Applicant Advantages
100%financing
Maximumloanamount:100%of“As
Improved”appraisedvalue
Upfrontguaranteefeemaybe
includedabove“AsImproved”value
Nofutureloanamountchanges,no
re‐amortization
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Applicant Advantages
Correctdwellingdeficiencies
Revitalizeexistinghousingstock
Retainpersonalreservespost‐
closing
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Lender Advantages
REDUCEDRISK!
LNGisissuedpost‐closing
Repair/Renovationcompletedpost‐closing
Immediatesaleonsecondarymarket
Upgrade/modernizekitchens,
bathrooms,interiorfloorcovers,
etc.
Createaccessibleamenitiesto
accommodatedisabilities
Additions,structuralalterationsor
reconstruction
Installenergyconservationor
weatherizationfeatures
Eligible Loan Costs
Repairorinstallsepticsystems
andwaterwells
Removesafetyandhealthhazards
Repairexistingamenities;
swimmingpools,saunasand
accessoryunits
Eligible Loan Costs
Non-Structural Repairs
Finance up to $35,000 in repairs
No minimum repair costs
Dwelling must be habitable
Contingency reserves allowed:
10% utilities on
15% utilities off
Structural Repairs
Finance over $35,000 in
repair costs
Qualified Inspector
required; write-up and all
inspections.
Contingency reserves
allowed
10% utilities on
15% utilities off
PITI reserves; up to 6
months when the dwelling
is not habitable.
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Prohibited Loan Purposes:
Investment properties
Install new inground swimming pools, hot tubs, or saunas
Installation of luxury items (exterior fireplace and kitchen, etc.)
Convert existing structures to SFH dwellings
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Prohibited Loan Purposes:
Alterations that allow income-producing features
Repair new or existing manufactured homes or condos
Repairs or improvements to common space areas (community meeting
rooms, playground, etc.)
HB12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
7 CFR 3555 / HB-1-3555
LEARNING CHECKS
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Ben and Leslie want to purchase an existing dwelling for
$85,000.
The home is habitable. Repairs include: carpet, tile, kitchen
cabinets and countertops.
Total repair cost is $35,000 plus $3,500 contingency and $500
of permit/inspection fees.
The “as improved” market value of the property is $125,000.
This proposal is eligible for a rehab/repair loan.
True/False
Answer: TRUE 3555.107(d) and HB 12.28
Part One: Maximum Loan Amount
Purchase Price: $85,000 + $39,000 repairs/fees/contingency =
$124,000
As-Improved Value : $125,000
Maximum Loan amount: $126,262.60
$125,000 - $124,000 = $1,000 closing costs + $1,262.62 GRH Fee
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Answer: TRUE 3555.105 and HB 12.28
Part Two: Loan Eligibility
Home is habitable
Ben and Leslie may occupy and make mortgage payments
Lender must obtain interim and final inspections
Lender will work with borrowers to approve disbursements for
completed work
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
After the loan closes, Ben and Leslie decide they don’t want to
renovate kitchen and instead want to add a covered patio with
an outdoor kitchen.
This proposal is eligible for a rehab/repair loan.
True/False
Answer: FALSE 3555.105 and HB 12.24 and 12.28
Loan Eligibility
Proposed changes should not affect the scope of the project and/or
affect the appraised value.
An outdoor kitchen is considered a luxury feature and is a prohibited
loan purpose.
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HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Using the same scenario, Ben and Leslie have an unused
balance in the contingency reserve in the amount of $3,000.
New appliances were not included in their contract. They want
to use the funds to purchase appliances for their newly
renovated kitchen.
This proposal is eligible for a rehab/repair loan.
True/False
Answer: TRUE 3555.105 and HB 12.24 and 12.28
Loan Eligibility
The change order does not change the scope of the work.
New appliances are an eligible loan purpose.
HB12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
HB12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
April and Andy want to purchase an old 2 bedroom, 1 bath
home on a 1 acre lot for $30,000
They want to add 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. They expect
the cost to be at approximately $50,000.
The lenders qualified inspector determined that the structure is
too dilapidated and not stable enough to withstand renovations.
He determines the foundation to be structurally sound.
This proposal is eligible for a rehab/repair loan.
True/False
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Part One: Loan Eligibility
Obtain certification from qualified structural engineer that the existing
foundation is sound.
Qualified inspector assigned by their lender can develop a plan to
raze the building and rebuild a new structure using the existing
foundation.
A qualified contractor can work with them to design and rebuild using
the existing foundation and expand to suit their needs.
The builder and inspector will work on the final cost estimate.
Answer:TRUE3555.105andHB12.28
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Answer: TRUE 3555.105 and HB 12.28
Part Two: Maximum Loan Amount
The “As Improved” market value of the property must cover the
costs to purchase, demolish, and renovate; including inspection
fees, PITI reserves and contingency fees, if applicable.
The dwelling is not habitable; PITI reserves may be established to
cover mortgage payments up to 6 months.
No loan modification needed. Borrower takes over mortgage
payments when the dwelling is deemed habitable.
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April and Andy’s final cost for demolition and construction of the
dwelling is $110,000, including inspection and permit fees.
10% contingency reserve would equal to $11,000.
6 month PITI reserves equal to $7,077.24
“As Improved” market value is $150,000.
This proposal is eligible for a rehab/repair loan.
True/False
Item Amount
MaximumLoanAmount($150,000+$1,515.05GRHfee) $151,515.15
LessPurchase/Demo/RenoCost $140,000.00
LessfinancedGRHfee $1,515.15
AvailableLoanFunds $10,000.00
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Remainingloanfundsarenotsufficienttocoverboththe
10%ContingencyReservesof$11,000andthe6‐monthPITI
Reservesof$7,077.24.
Answer:TRUE3555.105andHB12.28
Letsreview
:
No problem!
A few options:
Fund one of the reserves and reduce the other; amounts may
be adjusted,
Borrower may fund the remaining amount needed out of
pocket,
Omit one reserve. April and Andy must have sufficient cash
reserves to cover either PITI payments and/or costs for change
orders/cost overruns, if they occur.
Contingency and PITI Reserves are recommended but are optional.
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
Jack and Diane want to purchase a two year old manufactured
home.
Home is on a permanent foundation.
No interior work is needed.
They want to add a covered porch and a two-car garage for $20,000.
This proposal is eligible for a rehab/repair loan. True/False
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Manufactured homes, condominiums and newly
constructed homes are not eligible.
Answer:FALSE3555.102,3555.105andHB12.28
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
This is a 100% LTV program.
Include the amount of contingency and reserves in the
construction contract
Contract or worksheet similar to HUD 203(k) Form
92700
HB 12.28 - Purchase with Rehabilitation and Repair Loan
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