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HECM for Purchase

FHA Single Family Housing Policy Handbook Glossary November 26 2025

Updated 08-20-2026

HECM for Purchase

HECM for Purchase refers to a transaction where the Borrower uses the HECM to finance the purchase of an existing one- to four-unit residence where the Borrower will occupy one unit as their Principal Residence.

FHA Single Family Housing Policy Handbook Glossary November 26 2025

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