Loan Options

Different paths.
The same place to call home.

A loan type is one part of the decision. Your budget, savings, property and plans help decide which options are worth exploring. Pick any three to compare, including Non-QM options for the self-employed and investors.

Qualified mortgage

Conventional

Financing outside a government program.

3%Minimum down payment
Until 20% equityMortgage insurance
620+Credit score
NoneUpfront fee
Strong credit, or 20% downOften a fit for
Qualified mortgage

FHA

Government-insured, with flexible credit.

3.5%Minimum down payment
Monthly premiumMortgage insurance
580+Credit score
1.75%Upfront fee
Smaller down paymentsOften a fit for
Qualified mortgage

VA

For eligible veterans and service members.

0%Minimum down payment
NoneMortgage insurance
Lender setsCredit score
1.25–3.3%Upfront fee
Eligible military serviceOften a fit for

These are starting points for a conversation. Program availability and eligibility are subject to lender review. Figures are typical program guidelines; individual lenders can require more. FHA's 3.5% minimum needs a 580+ score. VA funding fees are waived for many disabled veterans. Non-QM loans fall outside the federal Qualified Mortgage rules. They verify income in other ways and usually carry higher rates and larger down payments.

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