FHA Loans in Palm Beach County, FL
FHA loans are the most common path to homeownership for first-time buyers in Palm Beach County. With down payments as low as 3.5% and flexible credit guidelines, FHA opens the door when conventional financing won’t. Dynamic Funding Solutions is a licensed Florida mortgage broker serving Palm Beach County buyers.
FHA Loan Requirements in Florida
- 3.5% down payment with 580+ credit score
- 10% down if credit score is 500–579
- Debt-to-income ratio up to 56.9% with compensating factors
- 2 years employment history (gaps allowed with documentation)
- Primary residence only (not investment properties)
- FHA-appraised property required
FHA Loan Limits in Palm Beach County 2024/2025
- Single family: $524,225
- Duplex: $671,200
- Triplex: $811,275
- 4-unit: $1,008,300
FHA loan limits adjust annually — contact us for current limits.
Down Payment Assistance for FHA Buyers in Palm Beach County
- Florida Assist (FL Assist) — 0% interest second mortgage from Florida Housing Finance Corporation
- Hometown Heroes — up to $35,000 for qualifying professions (educators, healthcare, first responders, law enforcement)
- Palm Beach County Housing Authority programs — income-restricted grants and forgivable loans
FHA vs. Conventional in Palm Beach County — Which Is Better?
- FHA: Better for 580–680 credit range; lower down payment; more lenient on DTI
- Conventional: Better for 700+ credit; no upfront MIP; lower monthly MIP at higher equity
- Most buyers with 620+ and 5% down should compare both programs
| Entity | Type | Wikidata |
|---|---|---|
| FHA (Federal Housing Administration) | GovernmentAgency | Q1193336 |
| Palm Beach County | AdministrativeArea | Q156579 |
| Florida Housing Finance Corporation | FinancialOrganization | — |
| Mortgage Insurance Premium | FinancialProduct | — |
FHA loans are government-backed mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration, a division of HUD. Palm Beach County falls within the Florida high-cost MSA, giving buyers access to higher loan limits than many other Florida counties. FHA is especially popular with first-time buyers in West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Lake Worth.
FAQ — FHA Loans Palm Beach County
What is the FHA loan limit for Palm Beach County?
For 2024/2025, the FHA single-family limit in Palm Beach County is $524,225. For multi-unit properties, limits are higher.
Can I use FHA if I am not a first-time buyer?
Yes. FHA loans are available to any buyer purchasing a primary residence, not just first-time buyers. There is no requirement that you have never owned a home before.
Is mortgage insurance required on FHA loans?
Yes. FHA loans require an upfront mortgage insurance premium (1.75% of the loan) and an annual premium (.55% for most 30-year loans). It stays for the life of the loan if you put less than 10% down.
Contact Dynamic Funding Solutions at (215) 364-7171 or visit us online. We serve Palm Beach County buyers from West Palm Beach to Boca Raton to Delray Beach.
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