A Primer on USDA Loans
Like the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Federal Housing Administration, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) also provides a mortgage option – the USDA loan.
The USDA loan is a lesser-known mortgage program that allows eligible rural and suburban homebuyers to finance a home without a down payment.
Learn about the ins and outs of the USDA loan with our complete guide here.
Start Your USDA Loan
After estimating payments with the USDA loan calculator, take the first step towards a USDA loan and speak with a USDA-approved lender to determine if you are eligible. Your lender will assess the purchase location, your financial situation and uncover any red flags that may prevent you from obtaining a USDA-guaranteed loan.