The USDA home loan application process can take a bit longer than usual. Here are the steps it takes, from beginning to end.

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Learn what you need to speed up the approval process Mortgage lenders offer pre-approval letters to buyers they believe can repay their loans. However, unlike mortgage pre-qualification, the ...

Because they're guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA loans don't require a down payment or private mortgage insurance. That makes them a great option for first-time homebuyers ...