Kentucky Conventional Loan

Kentucky Conventional Loan for Your New Home

Homeownership starts with the right financing. A Kentucky conventional loan offers down payments starting at 3%, no upfront mortgage insurance fees, and terms built around your goals.

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Why Choose A Kentucky Conventional Loan

Flexible Down Payment Options.

Put down as little as 3% or more if you choose. A Kentucky 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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky conventional loan, PMI drops off once you hit 20% equity. It is not forever.

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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 Kentucky Conventional Loan Journey

01

Tell Us About Your Goals

Share what you are looking for. Budget, location, timeline. We listen first and build your Kentucky 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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky home.

Kentucky Conventional Loan Features

Down Payments as Low as 3%.

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

Loan Amounts Up to Conforming Limits.

Kentucky 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 Kentucky conventional loan, your choice.

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Conventional vs Other Loans

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0%
0%
PMI until 20% equity
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None
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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 went conventional with 12% down on our Nicholasville home through Chad at Oxford. The PMI is a small price to pay for the rate and terms we got. Chad showed us the side by side comparison with FHA and conventional won by a significant margin for our situation.

Victoria Alvarez

Nicholasville
,
Kentucky

Didn't have 20% but Carlton at Oxford said we were still in great shape for a conventional purchase in Hopkinsville. Put 10% down, got a competitive rate, and the PMI will be gone within a few years based on our home's appreciation. Carlton mapped the whole thing out clearly.

Trent Peterson

Hopkinsville
,
Kentucky

Put 15% down on our Georgetown home with Brock at Oxford. PMI is temporary and Brock showed us exactly when it falls off based on our payment schedule. The rate was better than the FHA quote we got elsewhere and the total cost over the life of the loan is significantly less.

Samantha Patterson

Georgetown
,
Kentucky

We had 10% saved and Brandon at Oxford showed us the conventional option still made more sense than FHA for our Florence purchase. Yes there's PMI for now, but Brandon explained it drops off once we hit 80% equity. Lower total cost over time. Brandon played the long game for us.

Miguel Lee

Florence
,
Kentucky

No PMI and a strong rate on our Richmond home. That was the goal going in and Bob at Oxford delivered. 20% down, conventional loan, and the whole process felt buttoned up and professional. No last minute surprises, no confusion. Just a smooth path to our front door.

Megan Peterson

Richmond
,
Kentucky

The whole point of saving 20% was to avoid mortgage insurance. Bsharah at Oxford made sure we got the full benefit of that discipline on our Covington purchase. Great rate, no PMI, and a monthly payment that gives us breathing room. Worth every month of saving.

Samuel Davis

Covington
,
Kentucky

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

Lorraine Powell

Owensboro
,
Kentucky

Put 20% down on our Bowling Green home and avoided PMI entirely. Antonio 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.

Franklin Perry

Bowling Green
,
Kentucky

Bought in Lexington with Angellise 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. Angellise set a standard I'll measure every future lender against.

Marlon Martin

Lexington
,
Kentucky

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

Jordan Castro

Louisville
,
Kentucky
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What is a Kentucky conventional loan?

A Kentucky 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 Kentucky conventional loan?

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

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

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

Do Kentucky conventional loans have PMI?

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

What are Kentucky conventional loan rates?

Kentucky 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 Kentucky conventional loan?

Kentucky 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 Kentucky conventional loan for a condo?

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

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