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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 →

Kentucky Mortgage Loan Programs | FHA, VA, USDA & Conventional Guide

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Understanding the Four Main Mortgage Loan Programs in Kentucky When buying a home in Kentucky, your mortgage will typically fall under one of four major loan programs: FHA, VA, USDA, or Conventional (Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac) . Each program offers unique benefits depending on your credit, income, military status, and location. Below is a streamlined breakdown to help you determine the best fit for your situation. Conventional Loan Minimum down payment: 3%–5% Minimum credit score: 620 (680+ for best pricing) Mortgage insurance can be removed at 80% equity Best for: buyers with strong credit & stable income Bankruptcy wait: 4–7 years Foreclosure wait: 7 years Closing costs can be lender-paid (higher rate) Kentucky USDA Rural Housing Loan 100% financing (0% down) Credit score: 640+ for automated GUS approval Mortgage insurance: .35% monthly, 1% upfront Manual underwriting ratio caps: 29% / 41% Property must be U...
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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.
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💬 Get Pre-Qualified

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

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📋 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.

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🏠 Close & Get Your Keys

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

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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.

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Kentucky First-Time Home-Buyer Programs

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Updated May 2026 Kentucky First-Time Home Buyer Approval Requirements in 2026 Buying your first home in Kentucky does not require perfect credit or 20% down. In 2026, Kentucky buyers may still qualify using FHA, USDA Rural Housing, VA, Conventional, or Kentucky Housing Corporation KHC loan programs. KHC has now increased the purchase price limit for Secondary Market and Mortgage Revenue Bond programs to $566,354. Start My Free Pre-Approval Call/Text 502-905-3708 Email Joel Major KHC Update: New $566,354 Purchase Price Limit Effective Monday, May 18, 2026, Kentucky Housing Corporation increased the purchase price limit for both Secondary Market and Mortgage Revenue Bond programs to $566,354. This update gives Kentucky home buyers more room to use KHC financing and KHC down payment assistance in higher-priced markets. KHC states this new figure meets purchase p...
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Best Kentucky First-Time Home Buyer Programs 2026: FHA, VA, USDA & KHC

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Updated July 2026 Best Kentucky First-Time Home Buyer Programs in 2026: FHA, VA, USDA, KHC & Down Payment Assistance The best Kentucky first-time home buyer programs in 2026 are FHA, VA, USDA Rural Housing, KHC down payment assistance, and Fannie Mae conventional loans. Depending on the program, you may qualify with a credit score as low as 580 , put zero to 3.5% down , and receive up to $12,500 in KHC assistance toward your down payment and closing costs. This guide compares every option so you can see which one fits your credit, income, and location — anywhere in Kentucky's 120 counties. Find Out Which Program You Qualify For Free pre-approval, no cost and no obligation, with same-day answers on most applications. Joel Lobb has helped over 1,300 Kentucky families become homeowners since 2001. Start My Free Pre-Approval 📞 Call or Text 502-905-3708 What Is the Best First-Time Home Buyer Program in Kentucky? Quick answer: There is no single be...
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