Finance
A Massachusetts FHA loan requires a minimum down payment of:
A3% of the purchase price
B3.5% of the purchase price✓ Correct
C5% of the purchase price
D10% of the purchase price
Explanation
FHA loans require a minimum down payment of 3.5% for borrowers with credit scores of 580 or higher. This applies in Massachusetts as it does nationally.
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