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What is a 'conforming loan' in Illinois mortgage financing?
AA loan that conforms to FHA guidelines for government-backed mortgages
BA conventional loan that meets Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac guidelines for purchase on the secondary market, including loan limits✓ Correct
CA loan that conforms to Illinois state maximum interest rate laws
DA loan approved by IDFPR for use with Illinois-licensed borrowers
Explanation
A conforming loan meets the guidelines set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for purchase on the secondary mortgage market, including maximum loan limits (adjusted annually), credit requirements, and underwriting standards. Conforming loan limits for 2024 are $766,550 for most areas. Loans above this limit are 'jumbo' loans with typically stricter requirements and higher rates.
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