When FHA did away with seller contributed gift funds, the USDA better known as Rural Development or RD loans became one of the two programs of choice for buyers looking for 100% financing (VA being the other). Arkansas home owners are not new to RD loans but they have become a much more sought after product in the last 2 years. Here are a few of the highlights of the RD loan program:
- No down payment - true 100% financing
- No monthly mortgage insurance
- No cash reserves required
- No asset limits: you may keep liquid cash savings and other investments
- Not just for first time homebuyers - anyone may qualify
- Loan up to 102% of the appraised value - the 2% guaranteed fee may be added to the loan amount regardless of appraised value.
- Competitive 30 year fixed interest rates
Eligible USDA Rural Designated Areas in Arkansas
If you are considering purchasing a house in an area that is designated “rural”, the RD loan is the way to go. On top of the high Loan to Values, RD loans also come with very good interest rates. Please feel free to contact us anytime about an Arkansas Rural Development loan.
When FHA did away with seller contributed gift funds, the USDA better known as Rural Development or RD loans became one of the two programs of choice for buyers looking for 100% financing (VA being the other). Arkansas home owners are not new to RD loans but they have become a much more sought after product in the last 2 years. Here are a few of the highlights of the RD loan program:
- No down payment - true 100% financing
- No monthly mortgage insurance
- No cash reserves required
- No asset limits: you may keep liquid cash savings and other investments
- Not just for first time homebuyers - anyone may qualify
- Loan up to 102% of the appraised value - the 2% guaranteed fee may be added to the loan amount regardless of appraised value.
- Competitive 30 year fixed interest rates
Eligible USDA Rural Designated Areas in Arkansas
If you are considering purchasing a house in an area that is designated “rural”, the RD loan is the way to go. On top of the high Loan to Values, RD loans also come with very good interest rates. Please feel free to contact us anytime about an Arkansas Rural Development loan.