The Mortgage Files

Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.

Could FHA Mortgage Insurance Be Reduced Again? Here’s What Homebuyers Should Know

By Scott Sheldon / August 20, 2026

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home with an FHA loan, you may have heard some chatter throughout the mortgage industry about another possible reduction in FHA mortgage insurance premiums (MIP). Before we go any further, it’s important to separate fact from speculation. As of today, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has not announced…

Can You Have Two FHA Loans at Once? What Homebuyers Need to Know Before Keeping Their Current Home

By Scott Sheldon / May 27, 2026

Can You Have Two FHA Loans at Once? What Homebuyers Need to Know Before Keeping Their Current Home One of the most common questions homebuyers ask is: “Can I keep my current FHA home as a rental and buy another house using a new FHA loan?” At first glance, it sounds reasonable. Maybe your current…