
Single-Family Housing Participation Loan (SFH 502 Participation)
Purpose: What is the Program's Goal?
Enhance the ability of mortgage lenders to make loans
which allow low-income individuals to purchase modest homes.
Program Type: How does it work?
USDA Rural Development participates with a local mortgage lender in financing
homes.
Eligible Applicants: Who can apply?
Low-income individuals.
Eligible Areas:
Unincorporated rural areas, cities, and towns with population of 20,000 or
less.
Authorized Purposes: What can funds be used for?
Repairs on new or existing homes.
100% financing -- No down payment required.
Typical Amount of Assistance:
$80,000-$130,000. Up to 100% of the market value of the home.
Rates & Terms (rates subject to change):
Mortgage lender’s loan is fixed for 30 years.
USDA Rural Development's rate is 1-8% depending on family income for 33-38 years.
Key to Success:
Mortgage lender loans 50% or less of cost; USDA Rural Development loans
the rest. Applicants must have good credit and stable income adequate to repay the loan.
When to Apply:
Year-round
Who to Contact:
A participating mortgage lender, or the USDA
Rural Development Office nearest you.
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