What is it?
DirectLenderMatch classifies Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation Mortgage under the financing form “Renovation mortgage.” Its typical use in this directory is: Purchase/refi plus renovation/resilience work.
How does it work?
The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Home + renovation. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.
What can it be used for?
Purchase/refi plus renovation/resilience work.
What backs or supports it?
Home + renovation.
Why does this structure exist?
This structure provides a defined way to address the financing need described above. The provider, transaction, collateral, and underwriting context determine how the structure is implemented in practice.
Important considerations
Confirm current costs, risks, licensing, eligibility, collateral treatment, recourse, tax consequences, and availability directly with the provider and appropriate professional advisers. DirectLenderMatch does not compare rates or recommend products.
Is this actually a loan?
Workbook classification: Yes. Financing forms such as leases, purchases, shared equity, advances, and guarantees may solve a funding need without being conventional loans.
Verified lenders or providers
Direct mortgage lender
CrossCountry Mortgage
CrossCountry Mortgage currently lists Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation among its conventional renovation offerings.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-23
Related financing structures
Fannie Mae HomeStyle Renovation Mortgage
Conventional purchase/refi plus improvements
FHA 203(k) Limited Rehabilitation Mortgage
Purchase/refinance plus smaller rehab
FHA 203(k) Standard Rehabilitation Mortgage
Purchase/refinance plus substantial rehab
Freddie Mac CHOICEReno eXPress Mortgage
Streamlined smaller renovation financing
Homebuyer Shared-Equity / Down-Payment Home Equity Contract
Investor contributes part of buyer's purchase capital in exchange for future home-value participation
Residential Bridge Loan
Bridge purchase before sale of existing home