Finance
A Maine buyer uses an FHA 203(k) loan. This type of loan is designed for:
AFirst-time homebuyers in rural areas only
BPurchasing and rehabilitating a home with a single mortgage✓ Correct
CCommercial property rehabilitation
DBuyers with perfect credit scores
Explanation
The FHA 203(k) rehabilitation loan allows buyers to purchase and rehabilitate a property — or refinance and improve an existing home — with a single mortgage that covers both the purchase and renovation costs.
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