USDA

USDA

A USDA mortgage is a type of home loan that is guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is designed to help low- and moderate-income families in rural areas become homeowners. The USDA loan program, also known as the USDA Rural Development Guaranteed Housing Loan Program, offers several benefits compared to other types of home loans, including no down payment requirement and lower interest rates.

To be eligible for a USDA loan, the borrower must meet certain income, credit, and employment requirements, and the property must be located in an eligible rural area as designated by the USDA. The USDA loan program also has certain restrictions and requirements, such as a limit on the maximum loan amount and a requirement for mortgage insurance.

USDA mortgages can be a good option for borrowers who want to purchase a home in a rural area and who have a low or moderate income, but who may not have enough savings for a down payment or who may not meet the eligibility requirements for other types of loans.