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USDA Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan

USDA Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan is a first mortgage - zero down payment from USDA Rural Development. Coverage: USDA-eligible rural areas of WA (most rural counties). Income limit: Up to 115% area median income (~$119,850 for 1-4 person 2026; $158,250 for 5-8).

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Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Coverage: USDA-eligible rural areas of WA (most rural counties).

Income limitUp to 115% area median income (~$119,850 for 1-4 person 2026; $158,250 for 5-8)
Minimum credit score640
Sales price capNo federal limit (qualifying ratios apply)
Amount notes100% LTV; no PMI (guarantee fee instead)
NotesPairs with WSHFC programs and DPA. Common in eastern WA counties.
Phone360-704-7740
Source USDA Rural Development·official program page·Listed
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Provider: USDA Rural Development · program details at the provider’s site.

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