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The USDA Streamlined-Assist refinance, step by step

Finding a lender

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Not every USDA-approved lender offers Streamlined-Assist. Start with your current servicer, then check USDA's approved lender list for your state. Ask each about requirements, costs and timing, and compare Loan Estimates.

Last reviewed against the primary sources listed below.

Questions

Streamlined-Assist questions

Does my current lender have to offer Streamlined-Assist?

No. Ask, then compare with other approved lenders.

Where are USDA-approved lenders listed?

On USDA Rural Development's state pages.

USDA and consumer sources

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