NENebraska

Nebraska Mortgage Guide

Offutt AFB near Omaha supports strong VA loan volume in the metro.

2024 Conforming Limit

$766,550

Avg 30yr Fixed Rate

6.90%

VA Friendly

Yes

Strong VA market

First-Time Buyer Program

NIFA Homebuyer Assistance Program

Nebraska offers down payment assistance (DPA) for qualifying buyers. Contact a participating lender or your state housing finance authority for current income limits and program availability.

Understanding Your Conforming Limit

The 2024 FHFA conforming loan limit for Nebraska is $766,550. Loans at or below this amount qualify as conforming loans, which typically carry lower interest rates and require less documentation than jumbo loans.

Loans above $766,550 require jumbo financing, which typically requires a 10–20% down payment and a credit score of 700+.

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