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Common mortgage FAQs

A home mortgage is a loan used to buy or refinance a home. The property serves as collateral, meaning the lender can take ownership if the loan isn't repaid.

One way to organize mortgages is by who guarantees the loan. Looking at it that way gives you three types of mortgage loans:

  • Conventional, which are offered by private lenders, such as banks, credit unions, and mortgage companies, and not backed by the government
  • Government-backed loans, which are issued by private lenders and backed by government agencies, such as the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or the Federal Housing Administration (FHA)
  • Special programs, which can come from state or local governments or private lenders and are often designed to support low- to middle-income borrowers or first-time homebuyers

Mortgages may also be categorized in other ways. For example, they may be described by their rate structure — that is, whether they're a fixed-rate mortgage or an adjustable-rate mortgage — or whether they meet certain guidelines. Conforming loans, for instance, meet the standards set by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, while nonconforming, like jumbo loans, do not.

Most people need a mortgage to buy a home, but whether it's a good idea depends on your unique circumstances. If homeownership is one of your financial goals and you've taken the time to prepare your finances, then taking on a mortgage may be a smart move.

Many people start by determining what they can afford as a monthly payment. A common starting point is to calculate 25% of your gross monthly income to help determine a manageable monthly mortgage payment.

Wells Fargo offers several low down payment options, including conventional loans (those not backed by a government agency).

Conventional fixed-rate loans are available with a down payment as low as 3%.

  • Talk with a home mortgage consultant about loan amount, loan type, property type, income, first-time homebuyer, and homebuyer education requirements to discuss eligibility.

FHA loans are available with as little as 3.5% down.

  • FHA loans have the benefit of a low down payment, but consider all costs involved, including up-front and long-term mortgage insurance and all fees. Ask your home mortgage consultant to help you compare the overall costs of all your home financing options.

VA loans Up to 100% financing may be available on VA loans for qualified borrowers.

Your monthly mortgage payment typically will include principal and interest on the mortgage, as well as homeowners insurance and property taxes if your mortgage payment includes escrow. Depending on your down payment and loan type, you may also have to pay private mortgage insurance as part of your monthly mortgage payment.

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If you extend your loan term, you may pay more interest over the life of your loan.

If you are a service member on active duty, an eligible spouse, partner, or dependent, or currently receiving SCRA benefits, please consult with your legal advisor prior to seeking a refinance of your existing mortgage loan. In some cases, a refinance may impact your eligibility for benefits under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act or applicable state law.

With a low down payment, mortgage insurance will be required, which increases the cost of the loan and will increase the monthly payment.

Customers must meet all eligibility requirements for the VA program. Contact Wells Fargo to discuss current VA eligibility requirements.

Not eligible with FHA and VA loans. Additional limitations may apply.

Effective for loans with a rate lock date on or after February 17, 2026.

The Homebuyer Access® grant may help customers purchase a home by providing a grant for a down payment, subject to eligibility requirements. Grant funds cannot be used in connection with the financing of a Wells Fargo real estate owned (REO) property purchase. Repayment is not required for the grant. To use the grant, the full award amount must be applied toward the down payment. We cannot apply less than the full amount. The down payment grant is available in certain areas. Eligibility for grant money will not be confirmed until underwriting is complete.

Eligibility requirements:

Loan type: The grant may be used with a Wells Fargo fixed-rate conventional loan only. Loan types, such as non-conforming loans, government loans, and conventional adjustable-rate mortgages, are not eligible. 

Income: There will be income limitations based on where the subject property is located.

Location: The borrower's verified current permanent residential address must be located in an eligible area or the subject property the borrower is purchasing must be located in an eligible area. 

Occupancy: The borrower must occupy the subject property they are purchasing as their primary residence.

Possible tax implications: Accepting and using grant funds may be considered additional taxable income and will be reported on Form 1099-MISC for the primary borrower (the first person listed on the loan) on the application. This means the borrower may owe taxes on that additional income. The grant funds received may also affect any eligibility for income-based assistance, such as government programs like student loan payment relief or other government payments that may be based on income. Before accepting this grant, customers should consider speaking with a tax advisor to understand if their taxes may be affected by this grant. 

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