Non-Conventional
A nonconforming mortgage is a home loan that does not adhere to government-sponsored enterprises (GSE) guidelines and, therefore, cannot be resold to agencies such as Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac. These loans often carry higher interest rates than conforming mortgages.
FHA, VA, USDA, and HUD Section 184 mortgages are the primary types of non-conventional home loans. These programs are designed to help individuals with low and moderate incomes or individuals with limited funds purchase a home by requiring a low or no down payment.