Conventional & Jumbo
Conforming and jumbo financing, PMI, and 2026 loan limits explained.
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Conventional Loan Requirements & 2026 Limits
What it takes to qualify for a conventional loan in 2026 — credit, down payment, DTI, PMI, and the new conforming loan limits — explained in plain English.
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What Is PMI, and How Do You Get Rid of It?
Private mortgage insurance explained: what PMI is, when it applies, and exactly how it drops off at 80% and 78% LTV — plus how it differs from FHA's MIP.
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What Is a Jumbo Loan? 2026 Limits Explained
A jumbo loan is a mortgage above the conforming limit. Here's when you need one in 2026, the $832,750 and $1,249,125 thresholds, and what lenders expect.
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