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Georgia Conventional Loan on Your Terms

Buying a home is a big step. A Georgia conventional loan makes it manageable. Down payments as low as 3%, rates that work for your budget, and a team that keeps it simple. Let us get you started.

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Georgia Conventional Loan Advantages

Flexible Down Payment Options.

Put down as little as 3% or more if you choose. A Georgia conventional loan lets you decide how much to invest upfront based on what works for your budget.

No Upfront Mortgage Insurance Fee.

Unlike government loans, A Georgia conventional loan has no upfront mortgage insurance fee. More of your money goes toward your home from day one.

PMI That Goes Away.

If you put less than 20% down, you pay private mortgage insurance. But with A Georgia conventional loan, PMI drops off once you hit 20% equity. It is not forever.

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Our Rates For You

CONV 30 Year Purchase

Cash Flow Friendly
Monthly payment
$2,053.64
Rate Points (cost)
3
(
$10,500
)
Rate
5.800%
APR
5.500%
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Effective date:
2026-04-03

CONV 15 Year Purchase

Build Equity Faster
Monthly payment
$2,915.81
Rate Points (cost)
3
(
$10,500
)
Rate
5.800%
APR
5.500%
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Effective date:
2026-04-08

Rates and APR shown are based on a $350,000 loan amount, 850 credit score, primary residence, single family home, 75% loan to value ratio, and owner occupied property. Payment example assumes no other liens on the property and includes principal and interest only. Taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance, and escrow items are not included and will increase the actual payment. Rates, APR, and points are subject to change without notice and may vary based on credit profile, property type, occupancy, loan to value, loan amount, and other qualifying factors. Not all borrowers will qualify.

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Your Path to a Georgia Conventional Loan

01

Tell Us About Your Goals

Share what you are looking for. Budget, location, timeline. We listen first and build your Georgia conventional loan options around what matters to you.

02

See What You Can Afford

We run the numbers and show you clearly. Monthly payment. Down payment options. Total costs. Your Georgia conventional loan is laid out so you can shop with confidence.

03

Find Your Home

With your financing in place, the fun begins. Search for homes knowing exactly what you can afford and that your Georgia conventional loan is ready to go.

04

Close and Move In

We handle the details, coordinate the closing, and get you to the finish line. Keys in hand, you step into your new Georgia home.

The Georgia Conventional Loan Advantage

Down Payments as Low as 3%.

You do not need to save for years. A Georgia conventional loan lets you buy with just 3% down, getting you into your home sooner.

Loan Amounts Up to Conforming Limits.

Georgia conventional loans cover most home prices. For higher cost areas, conforming loan limits allow you to borrow more without jumping to a jumbo loan.

Fixed or Adjustable Rates.

Choose the rate structure that fits your plan. A fixed rate keeps payments steady. An adjustable rate may start lower. Your Georgia conventional loan, your choice.

$810M

In loans successfully refinanced

18 Years

Helping homeowners breathe easier

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Conventional vs Other Loans

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Mortgage Insurance
Credit Flexibility
Property Types
Jumbo Loans

Conventional

FHA

VA

USDA

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3.5%
0%
0%
PMI until 20% equity
Upfront + monthly
None
Guarantee fee
Strong credit wins
Most flexible
Military only
Area/income rules
Most homes qualify
Some restrictions
Primary residence
Rural primary only
Dropping PMI & flexibility
Low down, credit bumps
Service members
Eligible rural buyers
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Jumbo Loans

For homes beyond standard loan limits.

High value homes should not mean high stress financing. A conventional loan with jumbo options offers competitive rates, simple terms, and a clear path to purchase without compromise.

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What could you afford with a conventional loan

Before you fall for a listing, see how the math feels. Use the calculator to test price, down payment, and taxes for your county. You will know what is comfortable before you schedule tours.

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We saved for three years to put 20% down in Johns Creek. Chad at Oxford made that patience pay off. No PMI, excellent rate, and a monthly payment that's well within our budget. Chad locked our rate at exactly the right time and handled every detail professionally.

Renee Lewis

Johns Creek
,
Georgia

Put 20% down on our Albany home and avoided PMI entirely. Carlton at Oxford Home Lending got us a rate that made the monthly payment very comfortable. No mortgage insurance, no surprises at closing, just a clean conventional purchase from a team that knows what they're doing.

Janice Ortiz

Albany
,
Georgia

We compared conventional, FHA, and VA options with Bailey at Oxford for our Athens purchase. With our credit and savings, conventional was clearly the best fit. Bailey laid out all three without pushing and the math spoke for itself. Lowest total cost over the life of the loan.

Paloma Gonzales

Athens
,
Georgia

Bought in Sandy Springs with Bsharah at Oxford and every part of the conventional purchase exceeded expectations. Responsive communication, honest advice, competitive rate, and a closing that happened exactly when they said. Bsharah set a standard I'll measure every future lender against.

Ronald Kim

Sandy Springs
,
Georgia

Went from browsing open houses to owning in Roswell faster than we imagined. Brock at Oxford made the conventional loan process efficient without cutting corners. Every step was handled properly and the rate was excellent. Brock turned a casual search into an actual address.

Isabella Lopez

Roswell
,
Georgia

Didn't think we were ready. Brandon at Oxford ran the numbers and showed us a conventional purchase in Macon was more achievable than we assumed. Pre approved, found a house, closed in under 45 days. Sometimes you just need someone to show you the math instead of the doubt.

Adriana Cooper

Macon
,
Georgia

We wanted to buy a rental property in Savannah and Antonio at Oxford walked us through the conventional requirements for investment purchases. Higher down payment but the rate was fair and Antonio structured everything so the rental income math worked from day one.

Veronica Armstrong

Savannah
,
Georgia

Bought an investment property in Columbus with a conventional loan through Angellise at Oxford. The rate and terms were better than what two other lenders offered for investment purchases. Angellise understood the nuances of non primary residence lending and handled it cleanly.

Roy Brown

Columbus
,
Georgia

Closing day on our Atlanta home was one of the best days of our lives. Abigail at Oxford made the conventional purchase process smooth enough that we could actually enjoy the anticipation. Great rate, professional service, and a home we're proud of. Abigail was a big part of making that happen.

Brooke Kim

Atlanta
,
Georgia

Walking through our Augusta home for the first time as owners hit differently than any showing ever did. Alex at Oxford got us there with a conventional loan, a fair rate, and a process that felt supportive the entire way. Homeownership changes how you see your future. Alex helped us get there.

Walter Howard

Augusta
,
Georgia
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What is a Georgia conventional loan?

A Georgia conventional loan is a home loan not backed by a government agency. It offers competitive rates, flexible terms, and down payments as low as 3% for qualified buyers.

How much down payment do I need for a Georgia conventional loan?

You can buy with as little as 3% down on a Georgia conventional loan. Putting 20% down avoids private mortgage insurance, but it is not required.

What credit score do I need for a Georgia conventional loan?

Most lenders look for a 620 credit score or higher for a Georgia conventional loan. Higher scores typically get better rates and terms.

Do Georgia conventional loans have PMI?

Yes, if you put less than 20% down. But unlike FHA loans, PMI on a Georgia conventional loan drops off once you reach 20% equity.

What are Georgia conventional loan rates?

Georgia conventional loan rates change with the market. Your specific rate depends on credit, down payment, and loan amount. We show you current rates for your situation.

How much can I borrow with a Georgia conventional loan?

Georgia conventional loan limits follow conforming guidelines, which vary by county. Most areas allow loans up to $766,550 in 2024. Higher cost areas allow more.

Can I use a Georgia conventional loan for a condo?

Yes. Georgia conventional loans work for single family homes, condos, and townhomes. The property must meet certain guidelines, but most do.

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