USDA Section 502 Guaranteed Loan

What is it?

DirectLenderMatch classifies USDA Section 502 Guaranteed Loan under the financing form “Government-guaranteed mortgage.” Its typical use in this directory is: Rural home purchase through approved lender.

How does it work?

The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Eligible rural residence/income. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.

What can it be used for?

Rural home purchase through approved lender.

What backs or supports it?

Eligible rural residence/income.

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?

Loan or credit structure

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

Griffin Funding, Inc.

Griffin Funding's current loan-type list documents conventional, FHA, VA, USDA and cash-out mortgage programs.

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Last verified: 2026-08-23