I list and sell over 100 properties a year.
I haven't seen an offer with Government (FHA/VA) financing in almost 4 years.
When conventional lenders are offering 100% financing with "stated income" (not verified), why put yourself in a position to be scrutinized by FHA underwriters?
where are you located? i live in upstate ny and see them semi-frequently, usually the price is right anyway but if they end up cash strapped, and with thousands of bad loans prices should get even better.
i don't really care if they verify my income, i actually don't see an advantage to buying something i can't afford.