Posts

Showing posts with the label FHA Mortgage insurance
Every Kentucky Loan Type. One Local Expert.
Whether you’re buying your first home, using down payment assistance, or rebuilding credit — there’s a program that fits. Compare them side by side before you commit.

🏠 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 →

How to Get Approved for a Mortgage Loan in Kentucky (2026 Guide)

Image
How to Get Approved for a Mortgage Loan in Kentucky Thank you for visiting. I hope you find this website both informative and empowering as you explore your Kentucky mortgage options. My goal is simple: help you understand what mortgage underwriters actually review, help you avoid preventable approval issues, and help you choose the right loan program for your situation. I specialize in assisting Kentucky first-time homebuyers with FHA, VA, USDA Rural Housing, KHC down payment assistance , and Fannie Mae conventional mortgage loans . I proudly serve all 120 counties in Kentucky. FHA Loans in Kentucky VA Loans in Kentucky USDA Rural Housing Loans in Kentucky Fannie Mae Conventional Loans KHC Down Payment Assistance Programs With over 20 years of lending experience, I've had the privilege of helping more than 1,300 Kentucky families buy a home or refinance their current mortgage. Whether you are a first-time buyer, a veteran, a USDA buyer, a credit-challenged ...
Getting a Kentucky Mortgage in 3 Simple Steps
No confusing paperwork trails. No surprise fees. A clear path from first call to keys in hand.
01

💬 Get Pre-Qualified

Free application review with same-day answers. We look at your credit, income, and goals — no cost, no obligation, no pressure.

02

📋 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.

03

🏠 Close & Get Your Keys

Guided from contract to closing — appraisal, title, and underwriting coordinated so you always know what happens next.

Watch: Kentucky Mortgage Guides
Straight answers from my YouTube channel — no jargon, no sales pitch.
▶ More videos on my YouTube channel →
Joel Lobb and family - Kentucky mortgage loan officer
Kentucky Local. Not a Call Center.

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 →

Can a person have more than one Kentucky FHA loan?

Image
Can You Have Two Kentucky FHA Loans at One Time? FHA will not insure more than one Property as a Principal Residence for any Borrower, except as noted below. FHA will not insure a Mortgage if it is determined that the transaction was designed to use FHA mortgage insurance as a vehicle for obtaining Investment Properties, even if the Property to be insured will be the only one owned using FHA mortgage insurance. Properties previously acquired as Investment Properties are not subject to these restrictions. Listed below are the only circumstances in which a Borrower with an existing FHA-insured Mortgage for a Principal Residence may obtain an additional FHA-insured Mortgage on a new Principal Residence: RELOCATION - A Borrower may be eligible to obtain another FHA-insured Mortgage without being required to sell an existing Property covered by an FHA-insured Mortgage if the Borrower is: - relocating or has relocated for an employment-related reason; and - establishing o...

What is the Current Mortgage Insurance Requirements for a Louisville Kentucky FHA Loan?

Image
On a KY FHA loan , you typically have to pay both an upfront and an annual mortgage insurance premium (MIP): Upfront MIP on A Kentucky FHA Loan Kentucky FHA loans now collect  upfront MIP cost 1.75% of the home loan. For instance, if you borrow $100,000, you must pay $1,750 ($100,000 x 1.75%). It can be paid in full upfront, or added to your mortgage balance. This MIP applies no matter your loan amount or term.  Most FHA buyers in Kentucky choose to finance the MIP into the loan. If you decide to pay the upfront MI out of your own funds, then you must pay all the mi premium, not just a part of it.  The FHA upfront mi fee is not refundable now . This is a change whereas you use to be able to get e refund if the loan was refinanced or paid off in the first 5 years. Annual MIP on a Kentucky FHA loan The  annual MIP or monthly mortgage insurance is divided by 12 and added to your monthly mortgage payment. The current maximum of 1.35% of the loan amount. How muc...

​Kentucky FHA vs ​Kentucky Conventional Mortgage Insurance: A Comprehensive Comparison

Image
Kentucky Mortgage Insurance requirements for Kentucky homebuyers for FHA and Fannie Mae Conventional loans. When it comes to  ​Kentucky  home loans, understanding the differences between  ​Kentucky  FHA and conventional mortgage insurance is crucial for potential homebuyers. This article will break down the key distinctions in terms of credit score requirements, down payments, upfront premiums, monthly premiums, duration, and cancellation policies. ​Kentucky Mortgage  Credit Score Requirements ​Kentucky  FHA Mortgage Insurance Minimum credit score: 580 for a 3.5% down payment Scores between 500-579 may qualify with a 10% down payment ​Kentucky  Conventional Mortgage Insurance Typically requires a minimum credit score of 620 Higher scores often result in better rates and terms ​Kentucky Mortgage  Down Payment ​ Requirements FHA Mortgage Insurance Minimum down payment of 3.5% with a credit score of 580 or higher 10% down payment required for credit ...

Mortgage Insurance Requirements for Kentucky FHA, VA, USDA and Fannie Mae Home Loans

Image
When does PMI stop on  Kentucky  FHA, USDA, and Conventional Loans? How Can I Get Rid of PMI?   Does PMI stop on my loan once I am under 80%? Not on all loans! When does PMI stop on my loan? Will PMI drop off? How can I remove PMI off my loan? Each type of mortgage loan treats PMI ( Private Mortgage Insurance) differently. See below for a quick summary! Kentucky USDA  Loans - PMI is for the life of the loan PMI private mortgage insurance advantages & strategies for lower down payment and payment USDA has an annual fee which is similar to PMI. The annual fee is recalculated each year based on the new balance of the mortgage. The annual fee is currently only .35 which began October 1, 2016. The annual fee percentage on USDA loans stays for the entire 30 year term but because it is based on the annual mortgage balance. Therefore, th...