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🎖 VA Loan

Zero down and no monthly mortgage insurance for veterans and active-duty service members.

$0 down · VA eligibleLearn More →

🌾 USDA Loan

100% financing for eligible rural and suburban Kentucky buyers within income limits.

$0 down · USDA areasLearn More →

🏛 KHC Assistance

Kentucky Housing down payment assistance for first-time and repeat buyers.

Up to $12,500 assistanceLearn More →

📈 Conventional

Best long-term value for stronger credit. PMI cancels at 20% equity, unlike FHA.

3% down · 620+ creditLearn More →

💰 Zero Down Options

Every route to buying with nothing down in Kentucky — VA, USDA, and KHC combos.

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🌟 First-Time Buyers

All Kentucky first-time homebuyer programs compared in plain English.

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📊 Credit Scores

What score you actually need for each loan type in 2026 — and how to raise yours.

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What is the most common reason a mortgage gets denied in Kentucky

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Why Mortgage Loans Get Denied in Kentucky: Top 10 Reasons If you're applying for a home loan in Kentucky, understanding why mortgage applications are denied can dramatically improve your chances of approval. Mortgage lenders must follow strict underwriting guidelines when approving FHA, VA, USDA, and conventional loans. When those guidelines are not met, the loan may be declined. Below are the most common reasons borrowers get a mortgage denied in Kentucky and what you can do to avoid these issues. 1. Low Credit Score Your credit score plays a major role in mortgage approval. Most loan programs require a minimum credit score: FHA loans: typically 580–620 VA loans: often around 620+ USDA loans: usually 620-40 for automated underwriting Conventional loans (Fannie Mae): generally 620+ Late payments, collections, high credit card balances, and past bankruptcies can lower your score and increase the chances of a mortgage denial. 2. Debt-to-Income Ratio Too Hig...
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FHA Loans - Documents Needed for FHA Loan

FHA Loans - Documents Needed for FHA Loan


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The most important thing to understand is that the loan approval process is 100% dependant on your documentation. To insure a smooth transaction, it is imperative that you have all of your documents gathered prior to you initial loan application. Following is a list of all the documents you will need. Please feel free print this screen and use this as a checklist.

Employment Information



Most recent two years complete tax returns with all schedules.

Most recent two years W-2's, 1099's, etc.

Most recent pay stubs covering one month period.

If Applicable: Self-Employed will need Three years Tax Returns and YTD Profit & Loss Statement.

Savings Information



Most recent three months complete bank statements for any and all accounts with all pages.

Most recent statement from retirement, 401k, mutual funds, money market, stocks, etc.

Credit Information



Most recent statements from your bills, indicating minimum payments and account numbers.

Name, Address, and Phone number of your landlord, or 12 months cancelled rent checks.

If Applicable: Should you have no credit. Copies or your most recent utility bills will be needed.

If Applicable: Copy of complete Bankruptcy and Discharge Papers.

If Applicable: If you co-signed for a mortgage, car, credit card, etc, need 12 months cancelled checks. front and rear, indicating you are not making payments.

Personal Information



Copy of Drivers License.

Copy of Social Security Card.

If Applicable: Copy of complete Divorce, Palimony, Alimony Papers.

If Applicable: Copy of Green Card or Work Permit.

If Applicable: If you own another home(s) - see below

If a Refinance or you own Rental Property



Copy of Note & Deed from current loan.

Copy of Property Tax Bill.

Copy of Hazard (homeowners) Insurance Policy.

Copy of Payment Coupon for current Mortgage.

If Applicable: If property is multi-unit, need Rental Agreements.

Additional documents may be needed upon review of your file and on a case-by-case scenario.



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