California Code, Health and Safety Code - HSC § 51659

In the event of a default on an insured loan not secured by a first mortgage, the agency may, in lieu of proceeding under Section 51658, acquire the insured loan and any security therefor upon payment to the approved lending institution of an amount equal to the unpaid principal balance of the loan, accrued interest, and other costs that the agency finds are fair, reasonable, and authorized.