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FHA Loans (Federal)

FHA Loans (Federal) is gift funds for homebuyers in Texas.

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The program asks for

  • The home is occupied as a primary residence
  • A minimum 580 credit score
  • Minimum 580 credit score for 3.5% down
  • A home in Texas

These are the program's own published rules, not a decision about any individual — the administering agency and a lender determine who actually qualifies.

Where it applies

Texas’s homes

  • 64.4% single-family
  • 2.9% townhouse
  • 5.3% 2–4 units
  • 20.8% 5+ units
  • 6.7% mobile & other

A tick marks a kind of home the program’s record lists. The agency confirms it for the home you choose.

$283,800

Texas median home value

33.2%

built before 1980

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year.

How to apply

  1. Contact the administering agency to reserve funds

    Funds are reserved with the provider and are subject to availability.

  2. Work with a lender who handles the program

    Hey Prescott is not a lender and does not accept applications; this page describes the program so a homebuyer can take it to a lender or housing counselor.

Questions about this program

What is FHA Loans (Federal)?

FHA Loans (Federal) is gift funds for homebuyers in Texas. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured mortgage program backed by HUD allowing qualified borrowers to purchase homes with as little as 3.5% down payment. Down payment may be fully gifted from family, employer, or approved non-profit. Requires upfront MIP of 1.75% and annual MIP. Minimum credit score of 580 for 3.5% down (10% down required for scores 500-579). No income limits. 3.5% minimum down payment for credit scores 580+. 10% down for scores 500-579. down payment may be fully gifted from family or approved sources. no income limits. available for 1-4 unit primary residences. seller can contribute up to 6% toward closing costs. upfront MIP of 1.75% and annual MIP required. Funding comes from Federal.

Do you have to pay it back?

FHA Loans (Federal) is structured as a grant, so it is not repaid. The assistance is recorded in 1st Lien position. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.

Who qualifies?

FHA Loans (Federal) is open to homebuyers who will live in the home as their primary residence. The program lists a minimum credit score of 580. Minimum 580 credit score for 3.5% down.

What kind of home can it be used for?

FHA Loans (Federal) can be used for Single Family, Condo, Townhouse, 2-4 Unit, and Manufactured Home. New construction is eligible. Manufactured homes are eligible.

Where does it apply?

FHA Loans (Federal) serves homebuyers purchasing anywhere in Texas.

How do you apply?

Applications for FHA Loans (Federal) go through the administering agency, which publishes the current terms and the application steps on its own site. Hey Prescott is not a lender and does not accept applications; this page describes the program so a homebuyer can take it to a lender or housing counselor.

Also for Texas homebuyers

Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.

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Program terms are set by the administering agency and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.