Alabama Mortgage Programs | First EQuity Home Loan, Inc. 

Ignite Your Alabama Home Run, First Equity Style

We fuel dreams with flexible financing across the Heart of Dixie—from Gulf Shores beaches to Huntsville hills. Whether you're a steady-income family eyeing Conventional loans (our go-to for reliable, low-rate options), a veteran leveraging VA zero-down perks, or a self-employed hustler/investor needing Non-QM alternatives (like bank statement or asset-based underwriting), we've got you covered. First-time buyers love our low-down FHA (no-down pmt. with DPA), and rural USDA paths, while high-end seekers turn to Jumbo for luxury builds. Plus, tap your equity with up to 90% LTV HELOCs and solutions for condo owners in Birmingham, Gulf Coast, or Tuscaloosa. We offer all the top U.S. lending programs, customized for Alabama's unique markets. Pre-approve now and launch your future! 

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MtgQuote.com: Our Most Popular Loan Programs 

Whether you're a first-time buyer in Birmingham or a veteran in Mobile, our Alabama-tailored programs make homeownership accessible. Compare options below and lock in rates before they rise.

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Conventional Loans

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Flexible terms, competitive rates—your everyday powerhouse for Alabama homeownership. Great for steady income low down payment clients.

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FHA Home Loans


Just 3.5% down—perfect for building equity in Birmingham or beyond. Popular with 1st time buyers - low credit borrowers. 

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VA Loans



Zero-down, no PMI—honoring service members from Mobile to Montgomery. Very popular in Huntsville around our Rocket City's growth. Veteran & active duty.

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Jumbo Loans


A jumbo loan is a mortgage used to finance properties that are too expensive for a conventional conforming loan. The maximum amount for a conforming loan is $766,550 in...

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Alabama USDA/Rural Development

USDA home loans are very popular in Alabama because of the zero-down payment feature, and lower credit score requirements. We also have many eligible properties in our state.

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HELOC's for Alabama Borrowers

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Great for bill consolidation loans to reduce payment and interest on consumer debt, home improvements, or any worthwhile purpose. Piggy back a 1st to avoid mortgage insurance

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Non-QM Alt Doc

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.Ditch W-2s for bank statements or assets—qualify on your cash flow. Great investor programs and self employment income doc programs

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Condo Loans

Very popular with our gulf coast buyers. Our larger cities like Huntsville, Birmingham, Tuscaloosa also have significant Condo lending properties. 

Unlock National DPA Funding: Up to $15K Grants for Alabama Homebuyers!

Tap into Down Payment Assistance national funding—no income limits, forgivable after 10 years. Pair with our FHA/USDA/VA loans for 0% down in Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile...Statewide! First-timers & vets qualify fast.

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Non-QM Loans: Unlock Homeownership on Your Terms

Tired of cookie-cutter mortgages that don't fit your unique financial story? 

Our Non-QM loans at MTG Quote break the mold, offering flexible options for self-employed pros, gig economy hustlers, real estate investors, and anyone with non-traditional income or credit profiles. No rigid DTI ratios or endless paperwork—just smarter underwriting that focuses on your real assets and cash flow. We serve homeowners and buyers all across Alabama, from the beaches of Gulf Shores to the hills of Huntsville. Ready to qualify on your terms?

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Compare monthly mortgage payment, down payment requirement, tax, insurance estimates, and MI (if applicable) under different loan programs. Non-QM loans have no MI and rate is sometime higher. 

* Results are hypothetical and may not be accurate. We find insurance and tax estimates to be high in some Alabama counties. 

Non QM rates may be slightly higher but have no mi. This is not a commitment to lend nor a preapproval. Consult our Alabama Mortgage professionals for a Custom Mortgage Quote

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Mortgage Rate Options with First Equity Home Loan, Inc.

Fixed Rate

The most common type of loan option, the traditional fixed-rate mortgage includes monthly principal and interest payments which never change during the loan's lifetime.

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Adjustable ARM

Not our favorite because we like certainty, but Adjustable-rate mortgages include interest payments which shift during the loan's term, depending on current market conditions. Typically, these loans carry a fixed-i...

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Interest Only

Limited Availability. Slow repay isn't our favorite when seeking the paid off mortgage... but Interest only mortgages are home loans in which borrowers make monthly payments solely toward the interest accruing on the loan, rather than the principle, for a specif...

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Refinancing: Our 203k Loans and other refinance options (for bill consolidations, home improvement, and cash out refi's) seal the deal for loan options. 


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