Mortgage Glossary

Government Mortgage - A mortgage that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) or guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or the Rural Housing Service (RHS). Contrast with conventional mortage.

Government National Mortgage Association - A government-owned corporation within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Created by Congress on September 1, 1968, GNMA assumed responsibility for the special assistance loan program formerly administered by Fannie Mae. Popularly known as Ginnie Mae.

Grantee - The person to whom an interest in real property is conveyed.

Grantor - The person conveying an interest in real property.

Guarantee Mortgage - A mortgage that is guaranteed by a third party.

Guaranteed Loan - Also known as a government mortgage.