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Las Vegas · FHA Home Loans

Las Vegas FHA home loans forFirst-Time Buyers

3.5% down. Lower credit OK.

The FHA loan opens the door for first-time and credit-building buyers. We're a local Las Vegas mortgage lender — we offer lower rates on your file and bring back your strongest option.

Las Vegas, NV · Licensed in 33 states
4.9 ★ rated
750+ reviews
A+ Accredited
BBB · since 2004
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Families served since 2004
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Start here

Your first step starts here.

Three simple moves and you'll know exactly where you stand — with a real Las Vegas specialist guiding every one.

01

Check your basic FHA fit

A quick look at your budget, credit and goals to see if FHA's 3.5%-down path is the right fit for you.

02

Review credit & down payment

FHA works with credit around 580 and lets gift funds cover the down payment. We map the program to your numbers.

03

Start your FHA application

A short, secure application — no documents to dig up first. Then we put your file in front of 50+ lenders.

Build your estimate

See your real payment.

Answer a few quick questions and we'll organize the numbers below into a clearer FHA starting point. Nothing here is final — your numbers may vary.

Home price$425,000
Down payment3.5%
Loan purpose
Your timeline
What matters most right now
Next: a personalized review with a local Las Vegas specialist.
Est. monthly P&I
$2,514
3.5% down
Monthly breakdownEstimate
Loan amount$425,000
Principal & interest$2,514
Property taxes (est.)$390
Homeowners insurance (est.)$135
Estimated total / month$3,039
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Estimate preview only — not a rate quote, loan offer, or approval. Taxes & insurance are estimates. NMLS #65506.

How it works

One application. Every lender shopped.

1

Apply in minutes

A short, secure application — no documents to dig up before you start.

2

We offer 50+ lenders

As an direct local lender we compare wholesale FHA pricing across our partners.

3

Lock your rate

Review your real numbers — payment, funding fee, total cost — and lock with confidence.

4

Close in ~30 days

Most FHA purchases in Clark County close in about 30 days. Keys in hand.

Forecast

Forecast your future.

See how building equity instead of paying rent could grow your net worth — and let you drop FHA mortgage insurance once you hit 20%.

Equity today
$0
Equity at payoff
$585,000 +100%
TODAYYR 5YR 10YR 15YR 20YR 30
Equity you'll own
Year 5~18%
Year 10~38%
Year 20~72%
Year 30100%
Where a payment goes
32%
About a third of each early payment builds your equity — and that share climbs every year as the balance falls.
3.5%down
The minimum to get started — and gifted funds from family are allowed.
~$1,180/mo
Average equity you build each month, modeled over a 30-year term.
+100%by payoff
Your equity at full payoff versus $0 today — every dollar now working for you.

Illustrative projection for a sample purchase price with modest annual appreciation over a 30-year term. FHA loans carry mortgage insurance; terms depend on your down payment and program. Not a prediction of your home’s value, a rate quote, or a loan offer. Valley West Mortgage NMLS #65506.

See your numbers
Plan before you move

Know your FHA numbers before you move.

An FHA loan can open the door with a lower down payment, but the next step still depends on your credit range, timeline, and numbers. We organize what matters — today's rates, where every dollar goes, and the equity you build — so you can compare options with less guessing.

Monitor today's rates

Watch the market move and lock when the timing is right. Rates shown are illustrative — not a rate quote.

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See where your payment goes

A clear breakdown of a typical FHA payment, including mortgage insurance.

Principal & interest74%
Mortgage insurance (MIP)9%
Property taxes11%
Homeowners insurance6%

Build equity, not rent

Rent builds your landlord's wealth. An FHA loan builds yours — here's how a typical payment splits.

28%
builds equity
Principal28%
Interest49%
Mortgage ins.9%
Taxes & ins.14%

A first step that builds wealth

Start with as little as 3.5% down, build equity every month, then refinance out of mortgage insurance once you reach 20%.

3.5%
Minimum down payment
580+
Credit scores we work with
$585k
Equity owned at payoff
~30 d
Average time to close
What to reviewWhy it mattersHow Valley West helps
Credit rangeFHA works with a range of credit profilesWe review it early and suggest steps if it helps
Down paymentFHA can start near 3.5% downWe help you plan the cash you'll need to close
Monthly payment comfortThe real number includes MIPWe model a payment range that fits your budget
Loan type fitPurchase, streamline and 203(k) differWe map your goal to the right FHA path
TimelineSets the pace of your reviewWe match the process to your timing
Preapproval statusA strong letter makes your offer stand outA human-reviewed preapproval, not an auto-decision

Want a clearer next step?

Start with a local review and see what options may fit based on verified information — no pressure, no guessing.

All loans are subject to credit, income, property, and underwriting approval. This preview is for general guidance only and is not a loan approval.
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Figures shown are illustrative examples only and your numbers may vary. All loans are subject to credit, income, property, and underwriting approval. Valley West Mortgage NMLS #65506.

The most accessible loan

A first step that fits your budget.

3.5% down payment

Put down as little as 3.5% — and gift funds from family are allowed toward it.

Lower credit, still approved

FHA is built for credit-building buyers — many approve around a 580 score, and we offer lenders for your fit.

FHA Streamline

Already have an FHA loan? The Streamline lowers your rate with minimal paperwork — often no appraisal.

What sets us apart

What sets our FHA review apart.

Instead of leaving you to guess, we help organize the numbers, compare your FHA options, and walk you through the next step with a real, local team.

Loan fileStatus · On track
ApplicationSecure · 8-minute form
Credit reviewedSoft pull · no score impact
Rate lockedlower rates shopped
Estimated savings vs. retail$3,200/yr

One file, shopped for you

We take a single application and offer lower rates as a local lender to bring back your strongest option — explained in plain English.

Talk to your local specialist
Rate comparison50+ lenders
Monthly payment by lender · lower is better
Lender A
Best fitBest fit
Lender C
Lender D
Lender E
Best-fit lender foundWholesale pricing · A-rated$142saved / mo

Your best rate, side by side

We line up pricing across the market, then a local specialist walks you through the option that actually fits — no guessing, no pressure.

See your options with a specialist
Start your application File review · lender availability and pricing may vary
Your loan, in your pocket

Track every step from your phone.

From application to keys, watch your file move in real time — rate-lock alerts, secure document upload, and a direct line to your local Las Vegas specialist.

  • Real-time loan status & milestones
  • Secure document upload
  • Rate-lock alerts the moment pricing moves
  • Message your specialist anytime
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OverviewEquity
WEEKLY RECAP · JULY 1–7Your loan & equity recap
HOME EQUITY
$325,472+5.5%
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FILE STATUS · ON TRACKAppraisal ordered — step 3 of 5
MONTHLY PAYMENT
$1,847Rate locked
Application submitted
Credit reviewed
Appraisal in progress
Underwriting & approval
Compare your options

Compare FHA options with more clarity.

Before you move forward, it helps to compare more than one number. We help organize the details so your next step feels clearer.

Down payment plan

FHA can start near 3.5% down. We help plan the cash to close so there are no surprises.

Credit range review

FHA works with a range of credit profiles. We review yours early and suggest steps if it helps.

Monthly payment factors

Your real payment includes mortgage insurance. We review the pieces that may affect your next step.

What to compareWhy it mattersWhat we review
Rate optionsThe headline number is only part of the costWe offer wholesale options across 50+ lenders
Monthly paymentWhat you actually live with each monthWe model a payment range that fits your budget
Cash to closeDown payment plus closing costs add upWe map the cash you may need up front
Credit rangeShapes the pricing and options you’ll seeWe review it early and suggest steps if it helps
Loan timelineSets the pace of your review and closeWe match the process to your timing
Property detailsType, use, and condition affect the loanWe check how the property fits your options
Preapproval statusA strong letter makes your offer stand outA human-reviewed preapproval, not an auto-decision
Support after applyingThe work continues after you applyOne local team stays on your file to close
Credit rangeTimelineCash to closeMonthly comfortLoan type fit

Need help comparing?

Start with a local review. We’ll help you organize the numbers, timeline, and FHA details before you move forward.

All loans are subject to credit, income, property, and underwriting approval. Information shown is for general guidance only and is not a loan approval.
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From the buyers we serve

Read what buyers say.

★★★★★
3.5% down made our first home real. They walked us through every step and found us a great rate.
Maria G. · First-time buyer
★★★★★
My credit wasn't perfect and I figured a home was years away. Valley West got me approved in weeks.
Andre P. · Las Vegas
★★★★★
We used a 203(k) to buy and renovate a fixer-upper. One loan, one closing — exactly as promised.
The Lawson Family
★★★★★
They explained MIP and every number clearly. No surprises at closing — just honest guidance.
Dani T. · Summerlin
★★★★★
Gift funds from my parents covered the down payment. The team made the whole thing simple.
Ruben C. · North LV
★★★★★
First home, first loan, lots of questions — and a real local person answered every one.
Kayla S. · Enterprise
★★★★★
They shopped 50+ lenders and came back with a rate I couldn't find anywhere — smooth, fast, and honest the whole way.
Marcus T. · Henderson, NV
★★★★★
Closed in under a month. Every question answered by a real local person, never a call center.
Dana R. · Las Vegas, NV
★★★★★
No surprise fees, no pressure. They explained every number until it actually made sense to us.
Priya & Sam · North Las Vegas

Customer experiences may vary. Reviews do not guarantee loan approval, rates, terms, or outcomes.

Common questions

FHA loans, answered.

FHA allows a 3.5% down payment with a credit score around 580, and some buyers qualify with lower scores at a higher down payment. Because we lend locally with lower rates, we can match your profile to the lender most likely to approve it.
The minimum is 3.5% of the purchase price, and the full down payment can come from a gift from family, an employer, or an approved assistance program.
Yes — FHA loans carry an upfront and an annual mortgage insurance premium (MIP). Once you build enough equity, many borrowers refinance into a conventional loan to remove it.
A single lender shows you a single price. As an direct local lender, Valley West shops your file across lower rates — one application, many quotes. We don't lend our own money, so we're not tied to one rate sheet.
Most FHA purchases in Clark County close in about 30 days from accepted offer, depending on appraisal scheduling, title, and document turnaround.
A wide field of wildflowers in bloom

One application. We lend locally with lower rates and bring back your strongest FHA option — 3.5% down, flexible credit, zero lender fees.