Conventional Loans in Lindon, Utah

The minimum down payment is 3% for first-time homebuyers through programs like Conventional 97 or HomeReady, and 5% for most other borrowers. Putting 20% or more down eliminates private mortgage insurance entirely. For an investment property, expect a minimum of 15–25% down. We help you weigh the tradeoffs between a lower down payment (preserving cash) and a higher down payment (lower monthly payments and no PMI).

Conventional loans have no upfront mortgage insurance premium, PMI cancels automatically at 78% LTV (FHA MIP is permanent on most loans), higher loan limits in many Utah counties, and no FHA-specific property condition requirements. However, FHA loans have more flexible credit requirements and lower down payment minimums. If you have a credit score above 680 and can put at least 5% down, conventional is typically the better long-term value.

Conventional loans are a common path for investment properties. Down payment, occupancy, and pricing differ from a primary residence. We will not publish a promised rate markup.

Most conventional programs start around a 620 score, with overlays often higher. Higher scores often improve pricing, but there is no single “best rate” score. Scores between 620 and 700 can still fit some files with different PMI or pricing. That is not a promise of approval.

Lindon's small size actually works in investors' favor, limited rental inventory means competition for tenants is minimal, and well-priced properties attract applications quickly. The trade-off is fewer acquisition opportunities and a smaller tenant pool to draw from. Market large lots, residential streets, Alpine School District zoning, and I-15 proximity. Marketing on broader platforms and emphasizing the lifestyle draws applicants from across Utah County. Lindon works best as a single-property hold within a diversified portfolio rather than a market to scale in.

Some Lindon properties allow horses and livestock, which creates a niche rental opportunity. Equestrian tenants pay premium rents for properties with pasture, outbuildings, and arena or riding access. These tenants are extremely sticky, the logistics and cost of moving horses means they stay for years and treat properties as their own. However, animal management requires appropriate lease provisions, insurance riders, and property features (water access, fencing, manure management). Investors without equestrian knowledge should consult with experienced property managers before entering this niche.

Lindon and Highland share the large-lot premium character, but Lindon benefits from better I-15 access and a lower profile that keeps it more affordable per square foot. Highland has the emerging Town Center for walkable amenities, which Lindon lacks. Both are served by Alpine School District with strong schools. For investors, Lindon may offer slightly better value on a per-square-foot basis, but Highland's larger population provides more tenant demand. Both are premium markets where longer tenancies can offset lower cash-flow yields.