Loan Programs

Which Mortgage is Right For You?

There are a number of different types of home loans available to you, and it can pay to familiarize yourself with them. Luckily we're here to help you choose the best type of home loan for your needs.

Mortgage Rate Options

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Fixed Rate

The most common type of loan option, the traditional fixed-rate mortgage includes monthly principal and interest payments which never change during the loan's lifetime.

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Adjustable Rate

(ARM) Adjustable rate mortgages include interest payments which shift during the loan's term, depending on current market conditions.

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Interest Only

Interest only mortgages are home loans in which borrowers make monthly payments solely toward the interest accruing on the loan rather than the principle for a specific time period.

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Graduated Loans

Graduated payment mortgages are loans in which Mortgage payments increase annually for a predetermined period of time. (e.g. five or ten years)

Loan Programs

There are several types of loan programs available for homebuyers, each with its own features, benefits, and eligibility requirements. Here are some of the most common loan programs:

Conventional (Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac) Loans

  • As Low as 3% Down Payment
  • Down Payment Assistance Available (Restrictions Apply)
  • 620 Minimum Credit Score
  • Loan Terms from 10 to 30 Years
  • Down Payment Can be Gifted
  • Monthly Mortgage Insurance
  • Not Required with 20% or More Down Payment
  • Automatically Cancels at 78% LTV (Loan-to-Value)
  • $726,200 Maximum Loan Amount

FHA (Federal Housing Administration) Loans

  • 3.50% Down Payment
  • Down Payment Assistance Available (Restrictions Apply)
  • 580 Minimum Credit Score
  • Loan Terms from 10 to 30 Years
  • Down Payment Can be Gifted
  • 1.75% Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium
  • Financed into Loan Amount
  • 0.55% Monthly Mortgage Insurance
  • Remains for Life of Loan (if Down Payment is < 10%)
  • $472,030 Maximum Loan Amount

FHA 203k (Home Renovation) Loans

  • 3.50% Down Payment
  • Streamline 203k Loan
  • Use for Cosmetic and Common Repairs up to $35,000
  • Standard 203k Loan
  • Use for Extensive Repairs Over $5,000
  • 620 Minimum Credit Score
  • Down Payment Can be Gifted
  • 1.75% Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium
  • Financed into Loan Amount
  • 0.55% Monthly Mortgage Insurance
  • Remains for Life of Loan (if Down Payment is < 10%)
  • $472,030 Maximum Loan Amount

VA (Veterans Affairs) Loans

  • Zero Down Payment – 100% Financing
  • 580 Minimum Credit Score
  • Loan Terms from 10 to 30 Years
  • 2.30% Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium (First-Time Use)
  • Financed into Loan Amount
  • Will Vary Depending on Down Payment and Subsequent Use
  • No Mortgage Insurance
  • No Maximum Loan Amount

First-Time Homebuyer Loans

  • Down Payment Requirements
  • Conventional – 3% (Can be Gifted)
  • FHA - 3.50% (Can be Gifted)
  • VA - 0% (Zero Down Payment)
  • USDA – 0% (Zero Down Payment)
  • Down Payment Assistance
  • Conventional – Up to 3% (Restrictions Apply)
  • FHA – Up to 3.50% (Restrictions Apply)
  • Credit Score Requirements
  • Conventional – 620+
  • FHA – 580+
  • VA – 580+
  • USDA – 640+

USDA (Rural Development) Loans

  • Zero Down Payment – 100% Financing
  • 640 Minimum Credit Score
  • 1.00% Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium
  • Financed into Loan Amount
  • 0.35% Monthly Mortgage Insurance
  • Remains for Life of Loan
  • Income and Property Areas Restricted

Jumbo Loans

  • As Low as 3% Down Payment
  • Down Payment Assistance Available (Restrictions Apply)
  • 620 Minimum Credit Score
  • Loan Terms from 10 to 30 Years
  • Down Payment Can be Gifted
  • Monthly Mortgage Insurance
  • Not Required with 20% or More Down Payment
  • Automatically Cancels at 78% LTV (Loan-to-Value)
  • $726,200 Maximum Loan Amount

New Construction Loans

  • 3.50% Down Payment
  • Down Payment Assistance Available (Restrictions Apply)
  • 580 Minimum Credit Score
  • Loan Terms from 10 to 30 Years
  • Down Payment Can be Gifted
  • 1.75% Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium
  • Financed into Loan Amount
  • 0.55% Monthly Mortgage Insurance
  • Remains for Life of Loan (if Down Payment is < 10%)
  • $472,030 Maximum Loan Amount

Bank Statement Loans

  • 3.50% Down Payment
  • Streamline 203k Loan
  • Use for Cosmetic and Common Repairs up to $35,000
  • Standard 203k Loan
  • Use for Extensive Repairs Over $5,000
  • 620 Minimum Credit Score
  • Down Payment Can be Gifted
  • 1.75% Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium
  • Financed into Loan Amount
  • 0.55% Monthly Mortgage Insurance
  • Remains for Life of Loan (if Down Payment is < 10%)
  • $472,030 Maximum Loan Amount

5/7/10 ARMs

  • Zero Down Payment – 100% Financing
  • 580 Minimum Credit Score
  • Loan Terms from 10 to 30 Years
  • 2.30% Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium (First-Time Use)
  • Financed into Loan Amount
  • Will Vary Depending on Down Payment and Subsequent Use
  • No Mortgage Insurance
  • No Maximum Loan Amount

Investment Property Loans

  • Down Payment Requirements
  • Conventional – 3% (Can be Gifted)
  • FHA - 3.50% (Can be Gifted)
  • VA - 0% (Zero Down Payment)
  • USDA – 0% (Zero Down Payment)
  • Down Payment Assistance
  • Conventional – Up to 3% (Restrictions Apply)
  • FHA – Up to 3.50% (Restrictions Apply)
  • Credit Score Requirements
  • Conventional – 620+
  • FHA – 580+
  • VA – 580+
  • USDA – 640+

HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit)

  • Zero Down Payment – 100% Financing
  • 640 Minimum Credit Score
  • 1.00% Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium
  • Financed into Loan Amount
  • 0.35% Monthly Mortgage Insurance
  • Remains for Life of Loan
  • Income and Property Areas Restricted

Each loan program has its own unique features and requirements, so it's important for homebuyers to research and compare their options carefully to find the loan that best suits their financial needs and goals.

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*=This is only an estimate, provided for illustrative purposes only. Actual rates and payments may vary. It does not constitute a quote.