In 2026, the USDA loan limit for El-Dorado in the county of Union, AR, is $285,000. Meanwhile, the FHA limit for a single-family home is $356,362.
Use the Lendersa® USDA loan calculator to evaluate today's best USDA versus FHA rates, determining the income, credit, reserves, and documents needed for qualification. Our advanced mortgage calculator provides a comparison of USDA, FHA, Conforming, and VA programs, assisting you in deciding which option is best suited for your financial needs in Alabama.
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| Loan Type | Loan Limit | Down Payment |
| USDA | $285,000 | 0% |
| FHA | $356,362 | 3.5% |
| Conventional Conforming | $548,250 | 3% |
Lendersa® aims to secure the best USDA or FHA loans for you swiftly and without hassle. Select one of three starting points that match to identified lenders and USDA loan programs.
A USDA home loan, also known as the USDA rural development loan or USDA mortgage, is guaranteed by the Department of Agriculture and is available exclusively in rural areas. Unlike FHA loans requiring a 3.5% down payment, USDA loans don’t need any down payment.
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