Conventional Home Loan
What is a Conventional Home Loan?
A conventional home loan isn’t backed by the federal government and it conforms to the requirements set forth by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
Colorado borrowers are typically required to provide a down payment of at least 3% (first-time home buyers), but if borrowers decide to put at least 20% down, they won't have to pay for mortgage insurance.
Conventional loans are geared towards borrowers who can potentially make larger down payments, have a fairly secure financial standing, and are at a lower risk of defaulting on the loan.
Requirements for a Conventional Loan
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Minimum Down Payment of 3%
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Credit scores as low as 620
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Mortgage Insurance is required if down payment is less than 20%
Conventional Loan Highlights
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Relatively faster home loan processing
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Generally better interest rates and loan terms compared to VA & FHA loans
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Opportunity to reduce or avoid a Mortgage Insurance Premium
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Loan limits vary by county - Denver County loan limit - $575,000*, El Paso County Loan Limit - $510,400*, Arapahoe County loan limit - $575,000* (Contact us for the Conventional Loan Limits in your County)
* As of January 2020
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