What credit score is needed for an FHA loan in Texas?
FHA requires a minimum 580 credit score for the 3.5% down payment option. With a score of 500–579, you can still qualify with a 10% down payment. In practice I look for 580+ for standard FHA approval in DFW. If your score is in the 580–619 range, FHA is almost always your best path. At 620+, I'll run both FHA and conventional so you can compare the real monthly payment. I'm Bond Peter Njoku (NMLS #2670329) — call or text 469-545-7180 and I'll review your full profile.
Can I stack FHA with down payment assistance in DFW?
Yes — and this is one of FHA's biggest advantages. I regularly stack FHA with TSAHC Home Sweet Texas (3–5% grant, no repayment) or TDHCA My First Texas Home (up to 5% deferred, forgiven at year 3). Dallas buyers can also access the Dallas DHAP (up to $60,000 forgivable). Properly stacked, many DFW buyers close with near-zero out-of-pocket. I'm Bond Peter Njoku (NMLS #2670329) — call or text 469-545-7180 to see which programs you qualify for.
Does FHA require mortgage insurance, and can it be removed?
Yes — FHA loans have two mortgage insurance premiums: an upfront MIP of 1.75% (rolled into the loan) and an annual MIP of 0.55% paid monthly. If you put less than 10% down, MIP stays for the life of the loan. If you put 10%+ down, it falls off after 11 years. Once you build 20% equity, many buyers refinance into a conventional loan to remove MIP permanently. I'm Bond Peter Njoku (NMLS #2670329) — call 469-545-7180 to run the numbers on your situation.
Can family help with the FHA down payment?
Yes — FHA allows 100% of your down payment to come from gift funds from a family member, employer, or eligible charitable organization. The donor must provide a gift letter stating no repayment is expected, and I'll document the transfer properly in your file. This is another reason FHA is popular with first-time buyers who have family support. I'm Bond Peter Njoku (NMLS #2670329) — call or text 469-545-7180.
What is the FHA loan limit in Dallas and Collin County Texas 2026?
For 2026, the FHA loan limit in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington MSA is $524,225 for a single-family home. This covers Dallas County, Tarrant County, Collin County, and Denton County — meaning Garland, Mesquite, Plano, McKinney, Frisco, Fort Worth, and all DFW cities have the same $524,225 limit. I'm Bond Peter Njoku (NMLS #2670329) — call or text 469-545-7180 if you have questions about a specific property.
Can I use FHA for a refinance in Texas?
Yes — FHA offers two refinance options. The FHA Streamline Refinance lets existing FHA borrowers lower their rate with minimal documentation and no appraisal required in most cases. The FHA cash-out refinance lets you tap equity up to 80% LTV for home improvements or debt consolidation. If you have a VA loan, you'd use the VA IRRRL instead. I'm Bond Peter Njoku (NMLS #2670329) — call or text 469-545-7180 to review which refinance option fits your goals.
Bond Peter Njoku is a licensed Mortgage Loan Originator (NMLS #2670329) operating with Mortgage Funding Solutions (Company NMLS #1972934). Not all borrowers will qualify. Down payment assistance program availability and income limits subject to change. All loans are subject to credit approval. Equal Housing Lender.