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FHA Readiness Quiz

Are you ready to buy with FHA?

Seven quick questions. You'll see where you stand, what could help, and whether another loan might fit better. No contact info required.

1. What's your credit score range?
2. How much do you have saved for a down payment?
3. Are you a veteran or service member?
4. Have you owned a home in the last three years?
5. Any bankruptcy or foreclosure?
6. How do you earn your income?
7. What do you want to buy?

How the FHA Readiness Quiz works

The quiz compares your answers with FHA's core rules: credit score tiers, down payment, waiting periods after bankruptcy or foreclosure, employment and property type. It also flags when another loan, like VA or USDA, may fit better. It doesn't check your credit or store your answers.

Frequently asked questions

Is the FHA quiz free?

Yes, and no contact information is required.

Will it tell me if I'm approved?

No. It shows where you stand and what to work on. Approval depends on your full file.

Why did it suggest VA?

For eligible veterans, VA usually costs less than FHA.

What credit score do I need for FHA?

580 for 3.5% down, or 500 to 579 with 10% down.

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Want a real answer?

Send me your situation. I'll tell you whether FHA is your best path, or which loan beats it.

Get Prequalified

Talk it through with Dane.

You do not need to be ready to apply. Send the property, the question or the plan, and I will tell you what I see.