Federal agency raises size of most single-family loans to $806,500

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced that starting next year, homebuyers can secure government-guaranteed loans of up to US$806,500 for single-family homes in most parts of the U.S.

This marks a 5.2 percent increase in the conforming loan limit compared to 2024, reflecting the steady rise in housing prices.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the two mortgage giants overseen by t