HUD 223(f) loans have terms including:

• Loan Amount: Minimum loan amount of $1 million (exceptions can be made on a case by case basis)
• Loan Term: Minimum loan term of 10 years, and a maximum term of 35 years (or 75% of the property's remaining economic life)
• Leverage:
  • Market rate properties: 83.3% LTV
  • Affordable properties: 85% LTV
  • Rental assistance properties: 87% LTV, 90% LTV for properties with 90% or more rental assistance
• Interest Rates: Fixed, terms range from 4.10% to 4.75% (including MIP), as of Jan. 2019
• DSCR:
  • Market rate properties: 1.17x minimum DSCR
  • Affordable properties: 1.15x minimum DSCR
  • Rental assistance properties: 1.11x minimum DSCR
• MIP: 1% upfront mortgage insurance premium for all property types, then, annual MIP of:
  • 0.65% for market rate properties
  • 0.45% for affordable properties (typically must be Section 8 or new money LIHTC projects to qualify)
  • 0.25% for Energy Star SEDI (Statement of Design Intent) certified properties
• FHA Application Fee: 0.30% of the total loan amount
• Cash Out: For 223f refinances, cash out is allowed under specific conditions. LTV must be at least 80% (including transaction costs in the loan amount). At that point, 50% of funds above 80% adjusted LTV are released, with the remaining 50% to be released after property rehab is complete.
• Repair Limitations: While the 223(f) program is not intended for substantial rehabilitation, loan funds may be used for repairs of up to $6,500/unit (more in high-cost areas), or 15% of the property value, or 20% of the mortgage. If the second or third calculation is used, repairs are limited to $15,000/unit (more in high-cost areas). No more than half of any essential structural component (e.g. roofing, HVAC) may be replaced.

In addition, properties being acquired or refinanced with a HUD 223(f) loan must:

• Be at least three years old (for new properties), or have had the last substantial renovation three years ago or more

Eligible Properties for HUD 223(f) Loans: HUD 223(f) Loans Permit Nearly All Property Types

In general, to be eligible for HUD 223(f) financing, a property:

• Must have 5+ residential units
• Must have complete kitchens and bathrooms for each unit
• Can be row, walkup, detached, semi-detached, or elevator-type rental or cooperative housing
• Can be student housing, but multiple rents cannot be derived from one unit and rents need to be similar to comparable multifamily properties
• Can be market-rate, affordable, or rental assisted/subsidized (i.e. Section 8, Section 202)
• Cannot be an assisted living, skilled nursing, or memory care property (though independent living facilities for seniors are allowed)
• Must have all construction and major rehabilitation finished three or more years before beginning the HUD loan application process

A HUD 223(f) loan is specifically designed to finance the acquisition or refinancing of existing multifamily properties. Loan terms are typically far more favorable than conventional loans, with fully amortizing terms of up to 35 years. The HUD 223(f) loan program also allows for more flexible underwriting guidelines and lower mortgage insurance premium than other government-insured loan programs. These loans can be used for both market-rate and affordable housing properties, making it a great option for a wide range of investors.

HUD 223(f) loans are often seen as being limited to use by non-profits and for low-income housing projects. In reality, they're actually a lot more versatile and can be used for a variety of purposes. The HUD 223(f) program finances the acquisition and refinancing of eligible multifamily projects. Just like HUD 221(d)(4) loans, HUD 223(f) loans can be used for apartment buildings, eligible mixed-used properties, and independent living facilities for senior citizens.

In comparison to other types of commercial real estate financing, HUD 223(f) loans offer more favorable loan terms, more flexible underwriting guidelines, and lower mortgage insurance premiums. This makes them a great option for a wide range of investors.

HUD 223(f) loans offer some of the best terms in the industry for the acquisition and refinancing of multifamily and apartment properties. These loans are non-recourse, offer high leverage, low interest rates, and lenient DSCR requirements.

The terms of HUD 223(f) loans are as follows:

In addition, HUD 232/223(f) loans offer the following advantages:

• Low, fixed interest rates
• Loans are fully assumable (with FHA/HUD approval)
• HUD 232/223(f) loans are non-recourse, limiting risks for developers

Yes, HUD 223(f) loans permit cash out refinancing, but only under certain conditions. Specifically, HUD 223(f) loans only permit cash out when 80% of the property's value is greater than the existing debt plus any and all transaction costs. However, only 50% of the funds will be provided to the borrower at closing. The remaining 50% will be put in escrow until the borrower completes any important repairs. On top of that, the repairs must be inspected and approved by HUD before the funds are released.

In some situations, a waiver may allow borrowers to reduce the amount of cash 'held back' to 25%. This provides borrowers with 75% of their cash out funds at closing.

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