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The Renovation Lending Institute (RLI) is dedicated to informing, educating, and certifying real estate agents, loan officers, contractors and homebuyers on the FHA 203k Renovation Loan. Homebuyers who purchase homes that are in need of cosmetic or major renovations and repairs can utilize the FHA 203k Renovation Loan to purchase and renovate the home of their dreams with one loan. Existing homeowners can utilize the FHA 203k Renovation Loan to update, upgrade or complete major home renovation projects including new rooms, additional square footage, new kitchens, new roofs, windows, doors, appliances and flooring. RLI believes that only through education and certification of real estate profesionals, lenders and contractors can the FHA 203k Renovation Loan be utilized by more homebuyers and accepted by more home sellers. www.renovationlendinginstitute.com
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“The Renovation Lending Institute (RLI) is consortium of industry professionals committed to the revitalization of our nation’s housing stock and creating sustainable homeownership.” Homebuyers who purchase homes that are in need of cosmetic or major renovations and repairs can utilize the FHA 203k Renovation Loan to purchase and renovate the home of their dreams with one loan. Existing homeowners can utilize the FHA 203k Renovation Loan to update, upgrade or complete major home renovation projects including new rooms, additional square footage, new kitchens, new roofs, windows, doors, appliances and flooring. RLI believes that only through education and certification of real estate profesionals, lenders and contractors can the FHA 203k Renovation Loan be utilized by more homebuyers and accepted by more home sellers. www.renovationlendinginstitute.com