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Owner Occupancy Rule Calculator
Conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans all carry owner-occupancy clauses. Most require the borrower to move in within 60 days of closing and live in the home as a primary residence for at least 12 months. This calculator counts the months elapsed and flags whether you've cleared the clause and can convert to a rental without lender risk.
Occupancy status
4 mo until safe
Months remaining
4
Past restriction window?
No
Lender's monthly interest income
$1,667
How the math works
Conventional and FHA loans require the borrower to occupy the home as a primary residence within 60 days of closing and continue for at least 12 months. VA loans require move-in within 60 days but allow more flexible after-occupancy events (PCS orders, deployment).
Renting out before the occupancy clause is satisfied is occupancy fraud — federal mortgage fraud carries up to 30 years in prison plus loan acceleration. Document any forced moves (job transfer, divorce) before changing occupancy.
How to Use
- Enter the number of months since closing.
- Pick your loan type (conventional, FHA, VA, USDA).
- Read the compliance status and remaining wait time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I have to move sooner?
Document a qualifying hardship (job transfer >50 miles, military PCS, divorce, family death) and notify your lender in writing. Most lenders waive the clause with documentation.
Do lenders actually check?
Yes — they monitor change-of-address, hazard insurance changes, and tax records. Some servicers run quarterly occupancy audits during the first 24 months.
Does this apply to second homes?
Second-home loans require the property to be available year-round for personal use but do not require continuous occupancy. They cannot be subject to a rental management agreement.
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