For Home Buyers & Homeowners
Apply for a Conventional Loan:
Pre-Approval Starts in 60 Seconds
Conventional loans offer down payments as low as 3% and no mortgage insurance once you reach 20% equity. A real DML loan officer reviews your profile and personally guides you through every step of the process.
Down payments as low as 3% with a strong credit profile
PMI removable once you reach 20% equity
Down payment assistance available in your area
Pre-approval letter usually issued within one business day
- No fees to apply. No commitment to get started.
- Award-winning lender. Real loan officers. People who actually pick up the phone.
Local programs: Go Direct 100% FHA, MMP and more
See if you may qualify
A loan officer will follow up within one business day.
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Conventional loan guidelines at a glance
If your profile is close to these guidelines, we encourage you to apply. Our loan officers review your full picture and can often find options other lenders miss. See the full requirements breakdown →
3%
PMI
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Think you may qualify?
Pre-approval takes 60 seconds to start and a real loan officer reviews your profile, usually within one business day.
How much do you need to put down?
Your down payment affects your rate, your monthly payment and whether you pay PMI. Here is what to expect at each level.
| Down Payment | PMI Required | On a $350,000 home | On a $500,000 home |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3% | Yes — until 20% equity | $10,500 | $15,000 |
| 5% | Yes — until 20% equity | $17,500 | $25,000 |
| 10% | Yes — until 20% equity | $35,000 | $50,000 |
| 20% | No PMI | $70,000 | $100,000 |
How to apply for a conventional loan with DML
Most borrowers complete pre-approval in a single day. Here is exactly what happens at each step.
1. Fill out the short form above
Name, email, phone and whether you are buying or refinancing. No credit pull required*. No commitment to proceed.
Takes 60 Seconds. Go Back To Form ↑
2. A real loan officer reviews your profile
A licensed DML loan officer reviews your income, credit and goals and advises on your best conventional loan options including down payment amount, PMI strategy and rate lock timing.
Within 1 Business Day
3. If qualified, receive your pre-approval letter
4. Find your home and make an offer
5. Close your loan
*Submitting this initial contact form does not require a credit pull. Credit authorization and additional documentation may be required before a preapproval can be issued.
Ready to move forward?
Fill out the form at the top of this page. A loan officer will follow up within one business day; by phone, email or text.
More on conventional loans from DML
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