USDA Loans
USDA Loans:
The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers a variety of programs to help low to moderate-income individuals living in small towns or rural areas achieve homeownership. The Rural Housing Service (RHS) helps qualifying applicants, who cannot receive credit from other sources, purchase modestly priced homes as their primary residence.
USDA Loans are an attractive option because:
- 100% Financing
- Minimal closing cost
- No down payment
- Minimum credit score 640
- Manual underwriting for credit scores under 640
USDA loans can be used toward the purchase and renovation of a previously owned home or a new construction. Families must be able to pay their monthly mortgage, homeowner’s insurance and property taxes.