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What is a USDA loan and is my Minnesota area eligible?

Context

USDA loans can be a strong 0%-down option, but eligibility is tied to the property location and household income.

The short answer

USDA loans offer 0% down for eligible buyers in designated rural and many suburban-edge areas, subject to household income limits. Much of greater Minnesota qualifies by map.

Things to keep in mind

There is an upfront and annual guarantee fee instead of traditional PMI, and both the property and the household must qualify.

Next step

DMF checks property eligibility and income limits, then shops USDA-approved wholesale lenders for you — contact us to check your address.

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What is a USDA loan and is my Minnesota area eligible? — DMF