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USDA Program Makes "Rural" Homes More Accessible

USDA Program Makes "Rural" Homes More Accessible

One of the biggest difficulties many first-time home buyers face is a lack of down payment and the necessary funds for closing costs. However, even with the widespread availability of "no-money-down programs" evaporating in the credit crisis, one national no-down payment program still remains: USDA Rural Development home loans.

Guaranteed by the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), this program might make you think that you have to buy farmland or live "in the country" to qualify, but this is often not the case. In fact, you might be surprised to see just how many neighborhoods actually do qualify as rural development areas. For this program, the term "rural" really applies to those areas with a lower population or fewer homes, not necessarily those areas and neighborhoods far outside of the city.

There are several benefits of the USDA loan program besides no money down. The program also does require private mortgage insurance but at a much lower rate then most other programs, and the seller is allowed to pay all of your closing costs and pre-paid items up to 6.00% of the total sales price of the property. And while this is great news for first-time home buyers, it's important to note that you don't have to be a first-timer to qualify for a USDA loan.

Other than the location of the property you're seeking to buy, there is one other limitation to this valuable program that you must consider: your income. Luckily, however, these numbers have recently increased to allow more potential buyers to take advantage of this special program. For households in non-high cost areas, with up to four people, the income limit is $70,750. In households where 5-8 people reside, the income limitation is $93,400. These income limitations are guidelines and, in some cases, may be exceeded.

Resource Websites:

•Eligibility Website
•National Web Site www.rurdev.usda.gov

For a complimentary brochure click here to request one by email.

To find out more about USDA loans, give us a call. We can have an answer as to whether you qualify for this program in just a few minutes. Click here to apply now!

Envoy Mortgage is a direct mortgage lender serving all of Texas. This Dallas, Texas Branch services all of Texas but is local to the DFW, Plano, Frisco, Allen, McKinney, Carrollton, The Colony, Melissa, Prosper, Fairview, Denton, Lewisville, South Lake, Coppell, Rowlett, Rockwall, Mesquite, Richardson and Garland



This is not a commitment to lend. Credit and collateral subject to approval, other restrictions may apply. Programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Envoy Mortgage, Ltd NMLS #6666, Richard Woodward NMLS # 217454, Licensed held by the State of Texas. Equal Housing Lender.

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