By Jimmy White • August 27, 2026
What Credit Score Do I Need to Buy a House in Will County in 2026? Quick answer: In Will County, most first-time buyers need at least a 580 credit score to qualify for an FHA loan — but if you want Illinois' IHDA down payment assistance stacked on top, that number jumps to 640.  Written by Jimmy White, Mortgage Loan Officer, NMLS #1363362 — LeaderOne Financial, serving Will County homebuyers for over 11 years.

FHA Loans

Get a FREE quote on an FHA Loan & save thousands of dollars per year.



  • Fixed Rates
  • Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM)
  • 3.5% Down Payments
  • Jumbo & Super Jumbo Loans
  • Terms from 5 to 30 Years

Why FHA Loans?

Typically an FHA loan is one of the easiest types of mortgage loans to qualify for because it requires a low down payment and you can have less-than-perfect credit. An FHA down payment of 3.5%is required. Borrowers who cannot afford a traditional down payment of 20% or can’t get approved for private mortgage insurance should look into FHA loans.


Our FHA Loan Rates Are Low & Our Process is Quick & Painless

An FHA loan is a mortgage loan that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). Essentially, the federal government insures loans for FHA-approved lenders in order to reduce their risk of loss if a borrower defaults on their mortgage payments.

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The FHA program was created in response to the rash of foreclosures and defaults that happened in 1930s; to provide mortgage lenders with adequate insurance; and to help stimulate the housing market by making loans accessible and affordable.

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We’re here to make the FHA home loan process a whole lot easier, with tools and expertise that will help guide you along the way, starting with our FREE FHA Loan Qualifier.

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We’ll help you clearly see differences between loan programs, allowing you to choose the right one for you whether you’re a first-time home buyer or a seasoned investor.

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The FHA Loan Process

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Here’s how our home loan process works:

  • Complete our simple FHA Loan Qualifier
  • Receive options based on your unique criteria and scenario
  • Compare mortgage interest rates and terms
  • Choose the offer that best fits your needs