The USDA home loan application process can take a bit longer than usual. Here are the steps it takes, from beginning to end.

USDA loans are mortgages backed or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Also called USDA rural development loans or rural housing loans, USDA home loans feature low or no down payments and ...

USDA rural home loans (often called USDA Rural Development loans) remain fully available in 2025 for Maryland homebuyers. These mortgages offer 100% financing (no down payment) with competitive ...