First-Time Home Buyer Loans

Let's get you moved into your very own place.

It's easier than ever for renters to make a smooth transition to home ownership.

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Low down payments

First-Time Home Buyer Loans can finance 97% or more of your home purchase.

Competitive Rates

Lower interest charges lead to lower monthly payments - and that help keeps your finances on track.

Flexible credit requirements

You don't need a perfect credit score to get one of these almost perfect loans.

This is one of life's big moments. We're glad to help you get there.

Graduation day. Landing a great job. Welcoming a baby into the world. On the list of major milestones, buying your first home is right near the top. Not long ago, getting to this point took years of saving up for a down payment and building up a credit score. But these days, Paducah Bank's mortgages for first-time home buyers clear away financial hurdles and help you get your foot in the door.

97% HomeReady

Are you a quick study? If you complete a web-based class on home ownership, you might qualify for a great mortgage with a 3% down payment.

Household income limit of $51,500, depending on property (some properties have no income limitations)
Complete a web-based education class
Qualify for a reduced mortgage rate
Pay lower mortgage insurance
The full 3% down payment can be a gift from a family member, close friend or other eligible source
Once approved, click on this link to complete the homebuyer education course.

97% Conventional

It can take awhile to build up your credit score at the beginning of your career of if you've had a financial setback. While you're doing that hard work, you should still be able to enjoy your own home.

Low interest rates on fixed-rate mortgages
Minimum credit score of 620 to be eligible
Full 3% down payment can be a gift from an eligible source
One borrower must be a first-time homebuyer
Investment properties are not allowed

Start with our online mortgage application or connect with one of our lenders.

Ben T. Clayton

AVP, Private Wealth Relationship Manager

NMLS: 1878790

555 Jefferson Street
Paducah, KY 42001

270.575.6233
[email protected]

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Dennis McClain

Consumer and Residential Mortgage RM

NMLS: 1497266

555 Jefferson Street
Paducah, KY 42001

270.575.5799
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Felisha Dowdy

SVP, Private Wealth Relationship Manager

NMLS: 696112

4801 Olympia Park Plaza
Suite 4800
Louisville, KY 40241

502.690.8973
[email protected]

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Magen Tinsley

AVP, Private Banking Relationship Manager

NMLS: 478190

555 Jefferson Street
Paducah, KY 42001

270.575.6636
[email protected]

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Marra McMillan

VP, Senior Private Wealth Relationship Manager

NMLS: 1511969

555 Jefferson Street
Paducah, KY 42001

270.575.6662
[email protected]

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Rachel Worley

Consumer and Residential Mortgage RM

NMLS: 2017289

2635 Lone Oak Road
Paducah, KY 42003

2 70.575.5731
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Your first home is within reach

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Let's get you moved into your very own place.

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This is one of life's big moments. We're glad to help you get there.

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