Allison Landa

Homebuyers seeking private mortgages backed by the U.S. government are well-advised to investigate U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) loans. Also known as the Section 502 Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program, USDA loans offer no-money-down financing for a property purchase in an approved suburban or rural area.

A mortgage is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Borrowers have varying needs and financial pictures, so home loans come with differing terms to meet these constraints. Mortgages can vary in terms of repayment length as well as whether their interest rates remain stable or fluctuate. Read on to learn more about the different types of mortgages that are available and to gain a better understanding of what choice is right for you.
Understanding long-term mortgages
A conventional 30-year mortgage...

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