USDA Rural Development · Section 502 prep
See if USDA can help you buy a home
This is a free preparation tool. You don't need to pay a packager — we'll help you prep your application yourself, end to end. Answer six short steps in about five minutes.
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Where do you live, or where do you want to buy?
USDA Rural Development loans are tied to specific rural areas. We'll check eligibility against the property address.
Preparation tool. This does not issue a USDA eligibility decision and does not pull credit. USDA staff make all final loan decisions.
Looking to rent instead?
USDA also finances rural rental properties under Sections 515, 521, and 538. Search for a USDA-financed rental matched to your household size and income.