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Found your dream home? Just need the right loan?

Countrywide gives you a wide range of home loan options on primary residences, second/vacation homes and investment properties.
We offer:
  Loan amounts up to $6 million. Greater than $3 million not allowed for Fixed products. Only for selected ARM products.
  Fixed Rate: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 & 40 Years Loans and Hybrids. Hybrids are all 30 year terms.
  Financing for Single Family or 2-4 units.

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  Read the information here about the special features of Countrywide's loan programs
  Get general information on home loans in Learn about loans.
Fixed Rate Loans
For a list of features on any of these loans, just click the name of the loan program.
Loan ProgramReason to Choose ItKey Feature
Conforming Loans
You want the stability of a fixed principal/interest payment over the life of the loan.
Down payments as low as 5%.
Low Down Payment Programs
You want to put down just 5%.
Source of down payment can come from gifts, grants or unsecured loans.
Construction Loans
You are building or significantly renovating a home and want to avoid the extra cost of two closings (construction loan and permanent loan).
One application, one qualification process, one closing, and one set of closing costs. Interest-only payments during construction, the choice of adjustable rate or fixed mortgage products and the option of permanent loan rate protection available for up to 18 months.**
Adjustable Rate Mortgages
For a list of features on any of these loans, just click the name of the loan program.
Loan ProgramReason to Choose ItKey Feature
Basic ARM
You want to start with a low payment or want to buy more home.
As little as 5% down; rate adjustments each 6 months.
Basic ARM with Reduced Rate Option
You want to start with an extra low rate.
Reduced rate in exchange for limits on refinancing and early principal reduction for first 3 years.
Fixed Period ARM
You plan to move or refinance again in a few years and want the security of a fixed rate for that period of time.
Fixed rate for 3, 5, 7 or 10 years, then adjusts annually based on a financial index.
Fixed Period ARM with Reduced Rate Option
You want to start with an extra low rate, plus have the security of a fixed rate for a set number of years.
Reduced rate in exchange for limits on refinancing and early principal reduction for first 5 years.
Construction Loans
You are building or significantly renovating a home and want to avoid the extra cost of two closings (construction loan and permanent loan).
One application, one qualification process, one closing, and one set of closing costs. Interest-only payments during construction, the choice of adjustable rate or fixed mortgage products and the option of permanent loan rate protection available for up to 18 months.**
Loans Exceeding Fannie Mae/
Freddie Mac Guidelines
For a list of features on any of these loans, just click the name of the loan program.
Loan ProgramReason to Choose ItKey Feature
Non-conforming (Jumbo) Loans
You need to borrow amounts exceeding the conforming loan amounts allowed by FNMA and FHLMC*.
Loans up to $6 million. Wide variety of program options:
  • Reduced Documentation Loans
  • No Ratio Test Loans
  • Second Homes
  • Investment Properties
  • Condominiums
Loans Designed for People with Various Financial Obstacles
For a list of features on any of these loans, just click the name of the loan program.
Loan ProgramReason to Choose ItKey Feature
House America® Program
You may not have enough cash for a down payment, lack a traditional credit history or have uncommon sources of income.
Can use cash gifts from family, other sources of income, and alternative payment records like rent and bill payments to establish credit.
Loans for People with
Less Than Perfect Credit
For a list of features on any of these loans, just click the name of the loan program.
Loan ProgramReason to Choose ItKey Feature
Fixed Rate Mortgages
For borrowers who want the stability of a fixed principal/interest payment over the life of the loan
Fixed rate and payments for over the life of the loan. Borrowers can choose from 10,15,20,25,30,35 or 40 year term.
Fixed Period Adjustable Rate Loans
Helps borrowers stabilize their situation to get "back on track" while enjoying a lower interest rate loan for a fixed period of time
Fixed rate for 3 or 5 years, then adjusts annually based on a financial index.


* Restrictions apply. Program guidelines are subject to change Some products not available in all states.

** Interest rate is based on the one year Libor rate plus a margin the day your loan is locked. After that the rate is subject to annual adjustments with a limit of 2% and a lifetime adjustment limit of 6%. Underlying Promissory Note and Deed of Trust signed at closing are for a 1 year LIBOR ARM. ARM rates subject to increase during loan term. At conversion, the customer can choose to use the 1 year LIBOR ARM or select another available loan for which they originally qualified. Construction phase is 6, 9, 12 or 18 months and affects pricing. Ask for details.
   
   
Countrywide has a huge selection of loans built to suit specific needs of our customers. Our home loan experts are ready to help you find the loan that’s right for you! Contact us now to get a FREE, no obligation loan consultation:
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