Clearwater First-Time Buyer Programs
Low down payment and flexible credit; minimum scores vary by lender. FHA loan limit in Pinellas County is $541,287.
What Is an FHA Loan
FHA loans are insured by the Federal Housing Administration and allow qualified buyers to purchase with a low down payment and credit scores from 580. In Clearwater, FHA financing is a practical path for first-time homebuyers purchasing in established neighborhoods like East Clearwater, Countryside, or Dunedin - areas where home prices frequently fall within the Pinellas County FHA limit of $541,287.
FHA also allows gift funds for the down payment and is more forgiving of past credit events than conventional financing. Borrowers who experienced a bankruptcy or short sale may qualify again with proper seasoning.
Clearwater FHA Numbers
The Pinellas County FHA limit for 2–4 unit properties is higher - We confirm the current duplex, triplex, and four-unit figures before your rate lock. FHA multi-unit financing can work well for house hackers purchasing a small multi-family in Clearwater while living in one unit and renting the others.
Qualification Requirements
Gift funds are allowed for down payment from family members. Learn about all Clearwater loan programs →
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