FHA Is Rewriting Its Property Rules for the First Time in 20+ Years — What Buyers Need to Know
Published on: 25/10/2026
FHA's September 22, 2026 draft would end required appliance observations and crawl-space visits, set a C4 condition minimum, and narrow lead-paint repairs to the dwelling. Feedback closes November 6, 2026 — but nothing changes yet. What buyers and sellers should do now.
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