Minnesota Conventional Loans

Minnesota Conventional Loan to Make Your Move

You deserve a loan that fits your life. A Minnesota conventional loan offers options for first time buyers and experienced homeowners alike. We show you the numbers and help you decide.

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The Benefits of A Minnesota Conventional Loan

Flexible Down Payment Options.

Put down as little as 3% or more if you choose. A Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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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How to Get Your Minnesota Conventional Loan

01

Tell Us About Your Goals

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

What Your Minnesota Conventional Loan Includes

Down Payments as Low as 3%.

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

Loan Amounts Up to Conforming Limits.

Minnesota 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 Minnesota conventional loan, your choice.

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

Frances Cox

Maple Grove
,
Minnesota

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

Monique Sullivan

Lakeville
,
Minnesota

We shopped three lenders for our Woodbury purchase. Dominic 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.

Kendrick Cook

Woodbury
,
Minnesota

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

Billy Freeman

Plymouth
,
Minnesota

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

Vincent Ford

Brooklyn Park
,
Minnesota

We went conventional with 12% down on our Bloomington home through Chris at Oxford. The PMI is a small price to pay for the rate and terms we got. Chris showed us the side by side comparison with FHA and conventional won by a significant margin for our situation.

Kevin Martinez

Bloomington
,
Minnesota

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

Greg Miller

Duluth
,
Minnesota

Put 15% down on our St. Paul home with Bailey at Oxford. PMI is temporary and Bailey 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.

Jennifer Hughes

St. Paul
,
Minnesota

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

Derek Thompson

Rochester
,
Minnesota

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

Patrick Coleman

Minneapolis
,
Minnesota
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What is a Minnesota conventional loan?

A Minnesota 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 Minnesota conventional loan?

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

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

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

Do Minnesota conventional loans have PMI?

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

What are Minnesota conventional loan rates?

Minnesota 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 Minnesota conventional loan?

Minnesota 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 Minnesota conventional loan for a condo?

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

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