How to Assume an FHA Loan in 2026: The Buyer's Guide to Taking Over a 3% Mortgage in a 7% World

How to Assume an FHA Loan in 2026: The Buyer's Guide to Taking Over a 3% Mortgage in a 7% World

Douglas Wilkerson
Published on: 01/10/2026

Every FHA loan is assumable — meaning you can take over a seller's 3-4% mortgage instead of borrowing at 7%+. Here's the real 2026 process, the equity gap math, and when assumption beats a new loan.

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