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Conventional Mortgage Loan

Flexibility For Your Budget

A Conventional Mortgage is a great choice for those with good credit ratings and enough savings available for a down payment and closing costs.

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What Is A Conventional Mortgage?​

A Conventional Mortgage loan is issued by a private lender versus backed by the U.S. government. It requires good credit to qualify, and also allows more flexibility. 

Conventional Mortgage Loans Offer:

  • Financing up to 95% of the price (up to 97% of the price in conjunction with our Home Possible Program)

  • Quick processing and closing

  • Flexible rates and terms

  • Investment properties (secondary market 1-4 units)

  • Second homes

  • Seller can contribute up to 3% (up to 6% with 10% down, up to 9% with 25% or more down)

Mortgage Checklist

As you prepare to speak with one of our Mortgage Specialists, we recommend downloading our handy Mortgage checklist. This guide will help you gather and organize the paperwork you’ll need to start the mortgage process.

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Every situation and home is unique. We look forward to working with you on your specific need for affordable home ownership. If you’re not ready to apply for a Mortgage loan, you might want to consider scheduling an introductory discovery call with one of our Mortgage Team representatives. Simply click on the button below, select the “Apply for a Loan” service from the menu and choose the “Mortgage Services” option.

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Check today’s mortgage loan rates effective January 27, 2022

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*Annual percentage rate
Mortgages in New York State only. Information is based on a loan amount of $160,000, credit score above 740, and loan-to-value at or below 60%. Your actual annual percentage rate may be different. All rates are subject to change without notice.

If an escrow account is required or requested, the actual payment will also include amounts for real estate taxes and homeowner's insurance premiums.

Rates are based on a purchase or no cash out refinance, cash out options may affect your rate.

First Source credit and membership eligibility requirements apply. 

Mortgage products are offered by our Mortgage Team, Homeowners Advantage (HOA), which is a subsidiary of CAP COM FCU. HOA is a licensed Mortgage Banker – NYS Dept. of Financial Services. HOA NMLS Identifier: 290363. Principal Address: 4 Winners Circle, Albany, NY 12205. CAP COM FCU NMLS Identifier: 401261.