Mortgage loan limits in 2023
Conforming loan limits for 2023. Property Type Low Cost Limit High Cost Limit Single Family $726,200 $1,089,300 Two Units $929,950 $1,394,775 Three Units $1,123,900 $1,685,850 Four Units $1,396,800 $2,095,200
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