Updated August 3, 2026

This post has been consolidated into our complete, regularly updated guide:

→ 2026 Kentucky First-Time Home Buyer Guide: FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional, KHC & SmartBuy Down Payment Assistance

The full guide covers credit score requirements for every program, the 2026 loan limits ($541,287 FHA / $832,750 conventional), KHC’s $12,500 down payment assistance, SmartBuy DPA, zero-down options, and the step-by-step pre-approval process.

Questions? Call or text Joel Lobb at 502-905-3708 or email kentuckyloan@gmail.com.

Joel Lobb — Mortgage Loan Officer
NMLS #57916 | EVO Mortgage, Company NMLS #1738461
Equal Housing Lender.