Blog Category - Broken Bow & Hochatown

Nov 4, 2026 • 6 min read

Section 184 vs. FHA vs. Conventional: Which Loan Actually Saves You More?

For eligible Native American homebuyers purchasing on trust or restricted land in our Oklahoma coverage area, a Section 184 loan can require a down payment as low as 1.25–2.25% with no ongoing annual mortgage insurance — often beating both FHA (3.5% down, with upfront and annual mortgage insurance) and conventional financing (commonly 5% or more down, plus private mortgage insurance below 20% equ