What is Conventional Financing?

Category: Finance

1Definition

Traditional mortgage loans not insured by government programs like FHA or VA.

2Context

Usually requires better credit and higher down payments. Lower fees for qualified buyers.

3Example

A buyer with 20% down and good credit gets conventional financing at competitive rates.

Common Trap

Conventional is not always better—FHA loans help those with lower down payments.

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