Louisiana Conventional Loans

Louisiana Conventional Loan Made Simple

You found the home. Now let us help you buy it. A Louisiana conventional loan offers flexible down payment options, competitive rates, and terms that fit your life. See what you can afford.

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The Benefits of A Louisiana Conventional Loan

Down Payments Starting at 3%.

You do not need 20% to buy a home. A Louisiana conventional loan lets qualified buyers start with just 3% down, making homeownership more accessible.

Compete With Or Beat Government Loan Options.

Louisiana conventional loans often come with rates that compete with or beat government loan options. Better rates mean lower monthly payments over the life of your loan.

PMI Cancellation Built In.

Private mortgage insurance protects the lender when you put less than 20% down. With A Louisiana conventional loan, PMI cancels automatically when you reach 22% equity.

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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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How to Get Your Louisiana Conventional Loan

01

Start a Conversation

Reach out and let us know you are ready to buy. We walk you through Louisiana conventional loan options and help you understand what fits your situation.

02

Get Your Numbers

See your rate, your payment, and your down payment options. No guessing. Your Louisiana conventional loan details are clear before you start shopping.

03

Shop With Confidence

Knowing your budget changes everything. Find the home you want knowing your Louisiana conventional loan is ready to move when you are.

04

Get Your Keys

Closing day arrives and we make it smooth. Sign your documents, complete your purchase, and start your next chapter in your new home.

What Your Louisiana Conventional Loan Includes

Start With Just 3% Down.

A smaller down payment means homeownership comes faster. With A Louisiana conventional loan, 3% down is all it takes to get started.

Flexible Loan Amounts.

From starter homes to larger properties, Louisiana conventional loans flex to fit your needs. Conforming limits cover most purchases without extra complexity.

Rate Options That Fit Your Life.

Lock in a fixed rate for predictable payments or explore adjustable options. Your Louisiana conventional loan works the way you need it to.

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In loans successfully refinanced

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Helping homeowners breathe easier

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3.5%
0%
0%
PMI until 20% equity
Upfront + monthly
None
Guarantee fee
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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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Second home purchase and this time we used Kevin at Oxford for a conventional loan in Houma. Night and day compared to our first experience with another lender. Kevin was proactive, transparent, and the closing was seamless. Already told friends to call Oxford.

Christian Castro

Houma
,
Louisiana

We did everything the financial advisors say to do. Saved diligently, built credit, avoided new debt. Jake at Oxford turned that preparation into a conventional purchase in Alexandria with a rate that made it all worthwhile. Jake appreciated where we were financially and delivered accordingly.

Cedric Fox

Alexandria
,
Louisiana

Took us two years to save for a conventional down payment. Ethan at Oxford made sure those two years paid off on our Monroe purchase. Solid rate, no unnecessary fees, and a monthly payment that works perfectly with our budget. Ethan honored our effort with excellent service.

Wade Patterson

Monroe
,
Louisiana

First time buyer but we came prepared. Had our down payment saved and credit in good shape. Eric at Oxford matched our preparation with an efficient conventional purchase in Bossier City. Great rate, clear process, and we felt like Eric respected the work we'd put in to get here.

Emily Bailey

Bossier City
,
Louisiana

A mortgage broker quoted us one rate. Dominic at Oxford quoted a better one on the conventional loan for our Kenner home. Lower fees too. Went with Oxford and haven't looked back. Dominic was more responsive and more transparent than the broker ever was.

Rashad Holmes

Kenner
,
Louisiana

Got pre approved with our bank first. Then called David at Oxford for comparison. The conventional rate Oxford offered for Lake Charles was noticeably better. Switched without hesitation and closed on time. Sometimes shopping around pays off in a big way.

Christine Carter

Lake Charles
,
Louisiana

We shopped three lenders for our Lafayette purchase. Brandon at Oxford beat both other quotes on a conventional loan. Better rate, lower fees, and the communication was in a different league. Choosing Oxford was the easiest decision in the entire home buying process.

Sean Nelson

Lafayette
,
Louisiana

Our credit scores were both over 760 and Colby at Oxford put that to work on our Shreveport purchase. Conventional loan, top tier rate, and the payment is lower than what we expected going in. Colby knew exactly how to position our application for the best possible outcome.

Autumn Martinez

Shreveport
,
Louisiana

Good credit score and Carlton at Oxford got us a rate that reflected it. Conventional purchase in New Orleans with terms that made us feel like the years of responsible borrowing actually counted for something. Carlton rewarded our discipline with an outstanding rate.

Richard Duncan

New Orleans
,
Louisiana

We'd spent years building our credit and Charles at Oxford helped us leverage that into the best rate we were quoted by anyone. Conventional purchase in Baton Rouge, excellent terms, and a monthly payment that makes owning feel comfortable. Credit matters and Charles proved it.

Brittany Perry

Baton Rouge
,
Louisiana
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How does a Louisiana conventional loan work?

A Louisiana conventional loan lets you borrow money to buy a home without government backing. You choose your down payment, lock in a rate, and pay back the loan over time.

What is the minimum down payment for a Louisiana conventional loan?

The minimum down payment for a Louisiana conventional loan is 3% for qualified buyers. First time buyers and repeat buyers both have access to low down payment options.

Can I get a Louisiana conventional loan with bad credit?

Conventional loans typically need a 620 credit score or higher. If your credit is lower, we can discuss options or steps to improve your position.

What is PMI on a Louisiana conventional loan?

PMI is private mortgage insurance required when you put less than 20% down. On a Louisiana conventional loan, PMI cancels automatically once you reach 22% equity.

Are Louisiana conventional loan rates fixed or adjustable?

Louisiana conventional loans offer both options. Fixed rates stay the same for the life of the loan. Adjustable rates may start lower but can change over time.

What is the Louisiana conventional loan limit?

Louisiana conventional loan limits depend on your county. Most areas follow the standard conforming limit. High cost areas have higher limits. We can tell you exactly what applies where you want to buy.

Can I buy a second home with a Louisiana conventional loan?

Yes. Louisiana conventional loans can finance primary residences, second homes, and investment properties. Requirements vary by property type.

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