LOAN PROGRAMS

USDA

USDA Rural Housing Loans

USDA Rural Housing home loans insured by HUD are designed to assist low-to-moderate income rural residents in purchasing a new home by providing affordable
interest rate
s and
loan term
s. The home purchase must occur within the USDA's Property Eligibility Map and the household income must not exceed the established limits for the area where the home is located.

Benefits of the USDA Rural Housing loan program include up to 100% financing (no
down payment
required), nontraditional
credit
may be accepted (includes detailed payment history on rental payments, utility bills, telephone/mobile services and television service), and below market monthly
mortgage
insurance
rates. Like the
VA
home loan, the USDA Rural Housing home loan allows the seller to pay all
closing
cost
s,
property taxes
, and homeowner’s insurance. Take advantage of the USDA Rural Housing loan and purchase with no money down.

Loan Programs

Program Details

30 Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage
This traditional fixed-rate mortgage offers a stable, fixed payment over the life of the loan.
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

620

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 620
Higher Downpayment
This designation indicates the program requires a higher initial down-payment from the borrower.
Minimal Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires less complex documentation
15 Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage
The 15 year fixed-rate mortgage enables you to own your home in half the time as the 30 year fixed-rate mortgage.
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

620

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 620
Higher Downpayment
This designation indicates the program requires a higher initial down-payment from the borrower.
Minimal Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires less complex documentation
Flex Term Fixed-Rate Mortgage
The flex term fixed-rate mortgage offers repayment terms ranging from 16 to 29 years.
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

620

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 620
Higher Downpayment
This designation indicates the program requires a higher initial down-payment from the borrower.
Minimal Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires less complex documentation
Jumbo Loans
The jumbo loan is a loan that is over the conforming loan limit ($417,000) set by the government-sponsored mortgage agencies, Freddie Mac (FHLMC) and Fannie Mae (FNMA).
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

700

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 700
Higher Downpayment
This designation indicates the program requires a higher initial down-payment from the borrower.
Minimal Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires less complex documentation
Adjustable Rate Mortgage
Adjustable rate mortgages (ARM) have an initial fixed-rate period of 1, 3, 5, 7 or 10 years after which time they convert to an adjustable rate mortgage. Dependent on the length of time you intend to own your home, the ARM might be a consideration.
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Higher Downpayment
This designation indicates the program requires a higher initial down-payment from the borrower.
Minimal Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires less complex documentation
Federal Housing Administration Loan (FHA)
FHA home loans insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) offer expanded lending guidelines for individuals who may not qualify for conventional financing.
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

550

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 550
Lower Downpayment
This designation indicates the program allows a lower initial down-payment from the borrower.
Extra Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires more complex documentation.
VA - Veterans Loans
VA home loans insured by the Department of Veteran Affairs offer military veterans exceptional benefits, including low interest rates and no down payment requirement.
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

550

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 550
Specialized Program
This designation indicates the program has specialized eligibility requirements.
Zero Downpayment
This designation indicates the program requires zero initial down-payment from the borrower.
USDA Rural Housing Loans
USDA Rural Housing home loans insured by Housing & Urban Development (HUD) are designed to assist low-to-moderate income rural residents in purchasing a new home by providing affordable interest rates and loan terms.
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

550

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 550
Specialized Program
This designation indicates the program has specialized eligibility requirements.
Zero Downpayment
This designation indicates the program requires zero initial down-payment from the borrower.
Extra Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires more complex documentation.
HUD-184 - Native American Loans
HUD-184 Native American home loans insured by HUD are specifically designed for Native Americans, Alaska Native families, Alaska Villages, New Mexican Pueblo homebuyers, Tribes, or Tribally Designated Housing Entities.
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Specialized Program
This designation indicates the program has specialized eligibility requirements.
Lower Downpayment
This designation indicates the program allows a lower initial down-payment from the borrower.
Extra Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires more complex documentation.
Renovation Loan
Purchasing a home that needs a little updating or energy efficiency improvements? The renovation loan allows you to combine the cost of the home with the renovation or remodeling costs and finance it in one loan.
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

680

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 680
Higher Downpayment
This designation indicates the program requires a higher initial down-payment from the borrower.
Design/Build Construction Loan
Finance your property, construction, and permanent mortgage all with a single loan. No Re-Qualification.
No Second Appraisal.
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Specialized Program
This designation indicates the program has specialized eligibility requirements.
MCC - Mortgage Credit Certificate
The Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) is an IRS-approved tax credit which reduces a home buyers’ federal income tax liability as long as they have the loan, continuously occupy the home as their principal residence, have a tax liability, and utilize the MCC when their taxes are filed with the IRS.
Pre-Apply Details
CREDIT

600

Minimum Credit Score
Eligibility for this program requires a minimum credit score of 600
Specialized Program
This designation indicates the program has specialized eligibility requirements.
Income Limitations
This designation indicates requirements related to the borrower's income.
Extra Loan Documentation
This designation indicates the program requires more complex documentation.
Keep an eye out for our loan programs in development. We are always looking for updated information and innovative ways to offer the right borrowing opportunities for the right borrower.
Innovative Programs
  Equity Atlas is working everyday to develop innovative loan programs and expand loan availability, options, and education to our neighborhoods.