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New USDA Income Deduction Changes Could Help More Families Qualify for Homeownership
By Scott Sheldon
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August 5, 2026
New USDA Income Deduction Changes Could Help More Families Qualify for Homeownership If you’ve been thinking about buying a home with a USDA loan, there’s a small but meaningful update that could make a difference for some families. Effective July 13, 2026, the USDA increased two of the annual income deductions used to determine eligibility…
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