🏠 FHA Loan
The go-to for first-time buyers and 580+ credit. Low down payment and flexible guidelines.
3.5% down · 580+ creditLearn More →🎖 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.
$0 down programsLearn More →🌟 First-Time Buyers
All Kentucky first-time homebuyer programs compared in plain English.
Programs & grantsLearn More →📊 Credit Scores
What score you actually need for each loan type in 2026 — and how to raise yours.
By loan programLearn More →💬 Get Pre-Qualified
Free application review with same-day answers. We look at your credit, income, and goals — no cost, no obligation, no pressure.
📋 Compare Your Options
FHA vs. Conventional vs. USDA vs. KHC — run side by side with your actual numbers so you see the real payment before you commit.
🏠 Close & Get Your Keys
Guided from contract to closing — appraisal, title, and underwriting coordinated so you always know what happens next.

Hi, I’m Joel Lobb — a Kentucky dad who’s spent 20+ years helping families across all 120 counties buy their first home. When you call, you get me — not a phone tree. Questions on a Saturday morning? I answer.
1,300+ Kentucky families have trusted me with their mortgage — from Louisville to Lexington to the smallest towns in the state. Free application reviews, same-day pre-approvals, and honest answers about what you actually qualify for.
See What You Qualify For →Kentucky First‑Time Homebuyer Questions Answered
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Kentucky First-Time Homebuyer Interactive Quiz
Learn credit requirements, down-payment assistance, rate-locks, closing costs and approval timelines in Kentucky. Take this quiz and see how ready you are to buy a home in 2025.
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Kentucky First-Time Homebuyer FAQs
What credit score is needed to qualify?
Most lenders want a 620–640 middle score for zero-down programs (USDA or KHC). FHA allows 580 with 3.5 % down. VA often requires 620 +, but rapid rescore can help.
Does it cost to get pre-approved?
Pre-approvals are usually free, though a credit report fee of around $50 may apply.
How long does a pre-approval take?
With documents ready, AUS findings (Desktop Underwriter or GUS) often return within 24 hours.
Which programs offer no money down?
USDA and VA offer true zero-down options. KHC assistance and city grants can also cover down payment for FHA or Conventional loans.
When can I lock my interest rate?
After you have a signed contract on a property. Most lenders allow a 60–90 day lock with extensions available.
How much do I need for closing costs?
Plan for earnest money (~$500), appraisal ($500–650), optional inspection ($300–400), and termite report ($50 for VA). Seller/lender credits can offset these costs.
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