Conventional Loans: Not insured by the federal government. Typically require higher credit scores but offer competitive interest rates.
FHA Loans: Insured by the Federal Housing Administration. Allow lower down payments (as low as 3.5%) and are more forgiving of lower credit scores.
VA Loans: Guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Available to veterans and active military members. Often require no down payment.
USDA Loans: For rural homebuyers, backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.