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Common mortgage programs

What does it really take to qualify?

Each program solves a different problem. These practical starting points can help you recognize which conversations are worth having.

Flexible, widely used

Conventional

Often a strong fit for borrowers with established credit, dependable income, and some savings.

3%Possible starting down payment
on certain programs
  • Credit, income, monthly debts, and assets are reviewed
  • 5% or more down is common
  • Mortgage insurance generally applies below 20% down
  • Options may exist for primary, second, or investment homes
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Lower down payment

FHA

Designed to offer a more flexible path when savings or credit history make conventional financing harder.

3.5%Minimum down payment
with a 580+ FHA score
  • 10% down may apply with FHA scores from 500–579
  • Lenders may set higher credit requirements
  • Primary residence and FHA property standards required
  • Upfront and annual mortgage insurance apply
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Military benefit

VA

A valuable option for eligible service members, Veterans, and certain surviving spouses.

0%Down payment often available
for qualified borrowers
  • Certificate of Eligibility and lender approval required
  • The home must generally be your primary residence
  • No monthly private mortgage insurance
  • A one-time VA funding fee may apply
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Eligible rural areas

USDA

Not just for farms—many qualifying communities outside major urban centers may be eligible.

0%Down payment possible
when program rules are met
  • The property address must be USDA-eligible
  • Household income must fit current area limits
  • The home must be your primary residence
  • USDA upfront and annual program fees apply
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Higher loan amounts

Jumbo

Used when the needed loan amount exceeds the conforming limit for the property’s county.

Limit+Financing above the current
county conforming limit
  • Credit and down-payment standards are lender-specific
  • Cash reserves commonly receive closer review
  • Income, assets, and debts require thorough documentation
  • Comparing complete scenarios is especially important
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Investor-focused financing

DSCR Loans

Designed for real estate investors, with qualification centered primarily on the property’s expected rental cash flow.

DSCRProperty income helps support
loan qualification
  • Available for qualifying investment properties
  • Expected rent and property expenses receive close review
  • Down payment and reserve requirements vary by lender
  • Rates, fees, and documentation may differ from conventional loans
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These are starting points—not approval promises. Loan limits, lender standards, property type, occupancy, and your complete financial picture all matter.

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