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Can I buy a condo with a mortgage?

Answered by Onias Derilus, Mortgage Capital · NMLS# 1859012 · Florida licensed mortgage broker

Yes. FHA, VA, conventional, and jumbo loans all finance condos, but the building must meet the loan type's approval standards for occupancy, reserves, insurance, and litigation.

Florida's large condo market means project approval is a key step we check early. We'll confirm the building qualifies before you get too far into the deal.

Yes, with project review

Yes, you can buy a condo with a mortgage. The difference from a house is that the lender also reviews the condo association, its finances, and its rental mix before approving the loan.

A well-run, approved condo project makes financing straightforward.

Florida condo tips

Florida has thousands of condos, and approval varies by building. High rental ratios, pending litigation, or weak reserves can complicate financing.

We check a building's status before you commit. Apply now and we will confirm your condo qualifies.

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Official resources

Verify the details for your own situation against these government and agency sources: CFPB Owning a Home guide and HUD homebuyer resources.

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What is a warrantable condo?A warrantable condo is a project that meets Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac standards — adequate reserves, healthy owner-occupancy, proper insurance, no major litigation, and no single owner controlling too many units.Can I get a loan on a non-warrantable condo?Yes. Portfolio and non-QM lenders finance non-warrantable condos — those failing one or more agency standards — and specialize in them, usually with more down and a slightly higher rate.Can I finance a manufactured home?Yes. FHA, VA, USDA, and some conventional programs finance manufactured homes that meet HUD standards, are permanently affixed to a foundation, and are titled as real property on land you own or are buying.
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