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Texas USDA Mortgage Loans
Explore USDA home loans in Texas for eligible rural areas. This government-backed option may help qualified buyers purchase or build a primary residence with zero down payment and a 30-year fixed rate structure.
USDA financing is designed for eligible borrowers who want affordable homeownership support in qualifying rural communities, with program features that can help keep upfront costs lower.
Texas USDA Loan Requirements and Features
USDA mortgage loans may help eligible Texas buyers purchase or build in qualifying rural areas with zero down payment, a 30-year fixed rate structure, and a low monthly guarantee fee. Review the core program details below, including income limits, occupancy rules, credit guidance, and eligible property uses.
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Zero Down Payment in Eligible Rural Areas
USDA house loans may allow eligible borrowers to purchase or build with no money down in qualifying rural areas. We can help confim property eligibility through the USDA eligibility map.
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Primary Residence and Borrower Eligibility
Borrowers must agree to personally occupy the home as their primary residence, and applicants must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. non-citizen national, or qualified alien.
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30-Year Fixed Rate Structure
Structured to help create predictable principal and interest payments over time, USDA Section 502 Guaranteed Loans are available only as 30-year fixed-rate loans.
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Low Monthly Guarantee Fee
USDA rural loans include a low monthly guarantee fee, which we can help you understand and plan for. This is a standard program cost that should be considered alongside taxes, insurance, and other housing expenses.
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Household Income Limits
USDA income rules state that household income cannot exceed 115% of median household income, so income eligibility will be reviewed early in the process.
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No Credit Score Requirements
Applicants must show they are willing and able to manage debt. However, the program does not require a credit score.
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Eligible Property Uses and Existing USDA Refinance
USDA Section 502 Guaranteed Loan funds may be used for a new or existing home that will serve as a permanent residence, including detached homes, attached homes, condos, PUDs, and modular homes. Repairs and rehabilitation may be included when tied to the purchase of an existing dwelling, and that refinancing is for existing USDA borrowers only.
Who a Texas USDA Mortgage May Fit
A USDA mortgage may be worth exploring if your home search extends beyond densely populated areas and you want a program built around affordability. Rather than serving every buyer, this option tends to make the most sense when your location, income, and occupancy plans line up with USDA guidelines.
- Buyers looking at eligible rural communities in Texas
If the home is in a qualifying area, USDA financing may offer a zero-down option that is not available with many other mortgage options. - Households trying to keep upfront cash needs lower
A USDA loan may help when saving for a large down payment is a challenge, but the household still wants to move toward homeownership. - Borrowers who want a fixed-rate structure
The 30-year fixed-rate format may appeal to buyers who prefer stable payments over time rather than an adjustable-rate structure. - Homebuyers planning to live in the property full-time
USDA is geared toward primary-residence homeownership, not income-producing properties or second-home use.
Zero-Down Financing for Eligible Texas Areas
USDA loans may let eligible buyers purchase or build with no down payment in qualifying rural parts of Texas.
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Income Eligibility for USDA Loans
Household income limits, property location, and borrower eligibility all matter with USDA financing, so an early review can save time.
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Built for Primary-Residence Homeownership
USDA loans are intended for buyers who plan to personally occupy the home as their primary residence.
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30-Year Fixed Structure for Predictable Payments
USDA Section 502 Guaranteed Loans are offered as 30-year fixed-rate loans, which can support steadier monthly planning.
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Low Monthly Guarantee Fee Is Part of the Program
USDA loans include a low monthly guarantee fee, calculated on principal balance.
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Some Purchase Costs May Be Included
Closing costs and reasonable customary purchase-related expenses may be included in the transaction.
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NMLS #1641703 Texas Mortgage Lending's home loan programs are only available in Texas. Loans are subject to credit approval, Texas Mortgage Lending's loan policies, and property approval. Terms, conditions and traditional closing costs may apply. A typical 30-year conforming $300,000 loan with a fixed rate of 6.00% (6.280% APR) would have 360 monthly principal and interest payments of $1,798.65. Monthly payments do not include taxes and insurance and the actual payment obligation will be greater. Credit Union of Texas Membership required.