False Statements in Department of Housing and Urban Development and Federal Housing Administration Transactions refer to any statements that are deliberately false or fraudulent in nature that are made in the course of a Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) or Federal Housing Administration (FHA) transaction. These false statements can be made by lenders, brokers, buyers, sellers, or anyone else involved in the transaction. False statements can include misrepresenting income or assets, providing false information on loan applications, or falsifying documents such as appraisals or closing statements. Types of False Statements in Department of Housing and Urban Development and Federal Housing Administration Transactions include: • Misrepresentation of Income or Assets: This includes providing false financial information or submitting false documents in order to obtain a loan or lower the amount of the loan. • False Information on Loan Applications: This includes providing false information on the loan application in order to qualify for a loan or to obtain a lower interest rate. • Falsifying Documents: This includes submitting false documents such as appraisals, closing statements, or other documents in order to complete the transaction. • Misleading Advertising: This includes misrepresenting or omitting information in advertising materials or on websites in order to attract potential borrowers.