Conventional loans in Illinois
Standard 30/15yr purchase & refi — the bread and butter. Tell FundShift about your deal once and get matched — free — with loan officers who work Conventional loans in Illinois.
What is a Conventional loan?
A conventional loan is a mortgage that isn't insured or guaranteed by a government agency. Most follow Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines ("conforming" loans), and 30-year and 15-year fixed terms are the most common.
How it works
- Loan amounts up to the conforming limit the FHFA sets each year; larger loans are jumbo.
- Private mortgage insurance (PMI) generally applies when the down payment is under 20%, and can be removed once enough equity is built.
- Fixed-rate and adjustable-rate versions are both available for purchase and refinance.
Who it's for
- Buyers and homeowners with established credit
- Buyers of a primary home, second home, or rental
- Borrowers who want to drop mortgage insurance once they build equity
- Property
- Primary residence, second home, or investment property
- Documentation
- Full documentation: pay stubs, W-2s or tax returns, and bank statements
- Term
- Usually 15 to 30 years, fixed or adjustable
FundShift loan officers for Conventional loans in Illinois
No loan officer with a public FundShift profile lists Conventional loans in Illinois yet. You don't need to pick from a list: submit your request and lenders compete for it — FundShift routes it to the loan officers whose licensing and programs fit a Conventional deal in Illinois.
Submit your requestWhere in Illinois
One request covers the whole state — including Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, Rockford and Joliet. Add your city so the match can favor loan officers who list your market.
Conventional loans in Illinois: common questions
What is a Conventional loan?
A conventional loan is a mortgage that isn't insured or guaranteed by a government agency. Most follow Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines ("conforming" loans), and 30-year and 15-year fixed terms are the most common.
Who is a Conventional loan a good fit for in Illinois?
Conventional loans tend to fit buyers and homeowners with established credit; buyers of a primary home, second home, or rental; and borrowers who want to drop mortgage insurance once they build equity. Occupancy: primary residence, second home, or investment property.
What does it take to qualify for a Conventional loan?
Full documentation: pay stubs, W-2s or tax returns, and bank statements. Guidelines are set by each lender, so requirements differ from one lender to the next.
Does a Conventional loan officer need a license in Illinois?
Yes. A Conventional loan is consumer mortgage credit, so the loan officer must be licensed to originate in Illinois. FundShift matches on the licensed states loan officers declare, and you can verify any loan officer at NMLS Consumer Access before you apply.
What are Conventional rates like right now?
Rates depend on your credit, down payment, property, and the lender's pricing that day. FundShift doesn't publish a Conventional rate it can't source — a matched loan officer quotes your actual rate.
How does FundShift match me with a Conventional lender in Illinois?
You submit one request. FundShift scores it and routes it to a small number of loan officers who serve Illinois and work Conventional loans, ranked on geography, specialty, and track record. FundShift is not a lender and does not make credit decisions.
How long is a typical Conventional loan?
Usually 15 to 30 years, fixed or adjustable.