USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)

Type

Government Institution

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been providing zero down purchase and refinance mortgage options for homebuyers in designated rural areas since 1991. Through its Rural Development housing programs, the USDA offers competitive 100% financing solutions to eligible borrowers and is comparatively much more affordable than other government-backed programs.


First Mortgage Programs Offered by USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)
USDA Purchase Loan

Best For: Zero Down, Easy Process

Home loans with up to 100% financing and lower mortgage insurance for low to moderate income homebuyers in eligible rural areas.

Min. Credit Score

620

Min. Down Payment

0%

Max. Loan Amount

$766,550

USDA Refinance

Best For: Limited Equity, Rate Reduction, Zero Down, Easy Process

Refinance your existing USDA loan up to 100% of value for low to moderate income homebuyers in eligible rural areas.

Min. Credit Score

620

Min. Equity

0%

Max. Loan Amount

$285,000 - $970,800

See If You Qualify for USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Loans

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