Federally Secured Mortgage Programs

We proudly offer several government-backed loan options.

Get to know our alternative mortgage products.

Conventional Mortgages

Fixed and adjustable-rate conventional loans with unconventional terms. Need an option that fits your budget? Talk with one of our lending specialists.

  • 95% loan-to-value (LTV) purchase, 80% LTV refinance
  • 10% down for second homes
  • 620 minimum credit score
  • PMI when LTV over 80%
  • 10%-20% down on 1- to 4-family properties, 2-4 units

Investment Property

Looking to make a real estate investment? Explore your options with our lending specialists.

  • 75%-80% LTV ratio
  • 620 minimum credit score
  • 1- to 4-unit properties
  • 3-6 months of reserves

Home Possible

First-time homebuyer? Realize your dream of owning a home, even with just a small down payment. Talk with one of our lending specialists.

  • 3% first-time homebuyer down payment
  • Discounted private mortgage insurance (PMI)
  • Discounted interest rates
  • Income up to 80% of AMI

Conventional Homestyle Rehab

Found a renovation project in a great location? Explore your financing options with a LUSO lending specialist.

  • 95% loan-to-value (LTV) ratio
  • 620 minimum credit score
  • 1- to 4-unit properties
  • 3-6 months of reserves

USDA Rural Housing

Putting down roots in a rural area? Talk with a lending specialist to see if you qualify for this special program.

FHA 203B & FHA 203k

Looking for minimum income and down payment requirements on a move-in ready or rehab property? Talk with a lending specialist to see if you qualify.

  • > 550 FICO at 80% LTV ratio, refinance or purchase
  • > 580 FICO at 96.5% LTV ratio, refinance or purchase
  • Up to 80% LTV ratio for refinance cash-out
  • 3.5% down payment on 1- to 4-unit properties

Veterans Administration

Are you a veteran or serving active duty in the military? Talk with a LUSO lending specialist about our special military rates.

  • Zero down payment
  • Fixed term only
  • No PMI
  • 620 FICO or, in many cases, as low as 580 FICO or 550 FICO with equity
  • Air Force, Army, Marines, National Guard, Navy, with honorable discharge
  • Owner-occupied homes only

Reverse Mortgage

Looking to use your home as collateral for a loan? Talk with a lending specialist with expertise in the local market.

  • Must be 62 years old
  • Call for a same-day quote
  • Pay off existing mortgage
  • Consolidate debt

Self-Employment Bank Statement Program

Be your own boss and still qualify to borrow. Talk with a LUSO lending specialist about this specialized mortgage program.

  • 640 FICO with LTV ratios up to 85%, no mortgage insurance required
  • 12-24 months of bank statements (with up to 50% of deposits used for income)
  • Loans up to $3,000,000
  • Up to 50% debt-to-income ratio (DTI)
  • Investment or owner-occupied

Investor Flex

Are you a real estate investor looking for flexible terms on a purchase or refinance? Run the numbers with a LUSO lending specialist.

  • Investment properties only
  • Rent divided by payment for qualified income
  • 6 months of reserves
  • 640 credit score
  • 80% LTV ratio
  • .80 debt service coverage ratio (DSCR)
  • Loan amounts up to $2M

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