Loan Programs

Conventional Loan

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.