A mortgage not insured or guaranteed by a government agency, typically requiring a higher credit score and down payment.
FHA Loan (Federal Housing Administration)
A government-backed loan with lower down payment requirements and more lenient credit criteria
VA Loan (Veterans Affairs)
A mortgage option for eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and certain members of the National Guard and Reserves, often with no down payment requirement.
USDA Loan (United States Department of Agriculture)
A loan program for eligible rural and suburban homebuyers with low to moderate incomes, offering low or zero down payment options.
Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)
A mortgage with an interest rate that can change periodically, typically starting with a lower rate but subject to market fluctuations.
Fixed-Rate Mortgage
A mortgage with a set interest rate for the entire loan term, providing stable monthly payments.
Jumbo Loan
A mortgage that exceeds the conforming loan limits set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, often requiring a higher credit score and down payment.
Interest-Only Loan
A mortgage where the borrower pays only the interest for a specified period before beginning to pay both principal and interest.
Reverse Mortgage
A loan for homeowners aged 62 or older, allowing them to convert home equity into cash, typically without making monthly mortgage payments
Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)
A revolving credit line secured by the borrower’s home equity, which can be used for various expenses.
203(k) Loan (FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Loan)
A program that combines a home purchase or refinance loan with funds to renovate or repair the property.
Construction Loan
A short-term loan used to finance the construction of a new home, which is typically replaced by a permanent mortgage once the construction is complete.
Interest Rate Buydown
A mortgage arrangement where the borrower or seller pays an upfront fee to reduce the interest rate temporarily, resulting in lower initial payments.
Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM)
A mortgage that doesn’t meet the Qualified Mortgage (QM) criteria established by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), often used for unconventional borrowers.