What is a Home Renovation Loan?

When purchasing or refinancing a home that needs repairs, there are four potential options:

  • Conventional Renovation Loan
  • VA Renovation Loan
  • FHA 203K Loan
  • USDA Renovation Loan

In each case, the program rolls together the home purchase or refinance costs with the funds needed to pay your contractor to fix, upgrade, modify, and make additions to your home according to your vision.

Home Renovation Loan Quick Facts

You pick your own
Contractor.
Contractor must meet minimum standards.
Doing your own work is not allowed.
Your Contractor must submit a detailed bid with a total renovation price.
Only one contract is allowed between you and your Contractor.
Items renovated must meet appraisal standards.
Time allowed for your renovation varies by Loan Type.
Getting approved might require a slightly higher FICO score.
Manufactured home renovation is allowed.

Requirements of Each Home Renovation Loan

7 Steps in each Home Renovation Loan

Step 1

Get your loan Approved

Fill out a Loan Application and get qualified
for a purchase or refinance Home
Renovation Loan.

Step 2

Finalize your Plans

Consult with your own Contractors,
Architects, Engineers, and/or other
specialists to create a final set of plans.

Step 3

Choose your Contractor

You choose a Licensed Contractor
who at least meets MINIMUM
requirements.

Step 4

Pass Appraisal Test

An Appraiser must verify that your
renovation will add to the
homes’ value.

Step 5

Close your Loan

After closing at a Title Company,
your renovation money is sent to
an Escrow Account.

Step 6

Monitor Progress

After your Contractor completes a phase,
the Lender sends an inspector to verify the work is
done before payment is sent.

Step 7

Final Contractor Payment.

Once complete, the Lender has a
final inspection to authorize a final payment.
Enjoy your upgrades!

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