Ideal Home Loans & Refinance
Find the right solution for you
Whether looking to purchase or refinance, Ideal Credit Union is here to help you from start to finish. Find the right solution for you. Need some help? Call us at 651-747-4663 or make an appointment to meet with an Ideal Mortgage Loan Officer.
VA Mortgage Loan
VA guaranteed mortgage loans offer eligible military veterans, active-duty service members and their surviving spouses a path to homeownership with added benefits and flexibility. Apply Now
- 0% Down Payment
- No Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) required
- Competitive fixed-rate options
Start Up First-Time Homebuyers Program
Ready to buy your first home or get back into homeownership after a few years? Ideal Credit Union’s Start Up First-Time Homebuyers Program is here to help you make it happen. If you've never owned a home, or if it’s been more than three years since you last owned one, you might qualify as a first-time homebuyer.
Start your journey today—apply now and take the first step toward owning your dream home! Learn More
Conventional Mortgage Loan
A conventional fixed-rate mortgage offers stability with consistent payments over the life of the loan. As the most popular home loan option, it’s ideal for buyers looking for predictable monthly payments. Apply Now
- Competitive fixed rate
- Up to 30-year terms*
- Available for purchase or refinance
- As low as 3% down payment options
Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) Loan**
An ARM loan provides initial savings with lower rates and built-in protections to limit future rate changes, making it a smart option for flexible buyers. Apply Now
- 10/5, 10/1, 7/1 and 5/1 terms available
- Lower monthly payment
- Select the term that's best for you
FHA Mortgage Loan
An FHA mortgage loan provides flexible credit requirements and lower down payments, making it ideal for borrowers with limited funds looking to buy a home. Apply Now
- Fixed and adjustable-rate options
- Available for purchase or refinance
- As low as 3.5% down payment options
Jumbo Mortgage Loan
For buyers considering higher-priced properties, a jumbo mortgage loan covers amounts beyond the $766,550 conforming limit, offering the flexibility to buy your dream home. Apply Now
- Competitive fixed-rate options
- Available for purchase or refinance
- As low as 5% down payment options
Out of State Lending
Our partnership with Servion allows us to offer home loans in 42 states, with financing up to $766,550. Available on primary residences, second homes or investment properties, these loans can be used to purchase or refinance an out of state home. Apply Now
Meet the Ideal Mortgage Team
Meet the Team
Cynthia Stewart
Cynthia has been with Ideal CU since 1991. She has worked in the cash services area, member service and mortgage area. Cynthia has dedicated her career to identifying our member’s needs to ensure the products and services they have are best tailored to their needs.
Email:
Phone: 651-773-2843
NMLS#: 446884
Doug Dotseth
With over a decade of mortgage lending experience, Doug is committed to finding the best solutions for homebuyers and homeowners, whether purchasing or refinancing. He takes pride in guiding members through every step of the mortgage process to ensure a smooth and stress-free experience. In his free time, Doug enjoys golfing, fishing and cheering on Minnesota sports teams.
Email:
Phone: 651-773-2824
NMLS#: 1857285
Ko Xiong
Ko joined the Ideal Mortgage team in 2017. As Mortgage Sales Manager, Ko focuses his efforts on ensuring that our members are equipped with the tools and resources needed to make informed decisions. Ko enjoys sharing in the home buying or refinancing journey as it brings him great joy seeing how Ideal's products and services benefit our member's lives.
Email:
Phone: 651-773-2820
NMLS#: 1264959