Mortgage StrategyApril 5, 2024How to Get a Loan With a High Debt-to-Income RatioHigh debt payments make it harder to get approved for your mortgage. But you can learn how to get a loan with a high debt-to-income ratio.
About MortgagesOctober 28, 2022What Is a Good Debt-to-Income Ratio for a Mortgage?Most mortgage lenders consider 43% or lower to be a good debt-to-income ratio. But a higher DTI may be OK, too. Here's what you should know.
About MortgagesJanuary 13, 2022Debt-to-income ratio for mortgage explainedLearn how to calculate your Debt-to-Income (DTI). See which mortgage programs and mortgage rates may be available to you.
About MortgagesJanuary 12, 2021Debt-to-income ratio, taxes, and insurance: How your DTI is calculatedDTI, your 'debt-to-income ratio,' includes taxes and insurance as part of your mortgage payment. Here's how to find your DTI with taxes and insurance.
FHA Home BuyingJuly 24, 2017FHA Income & Debt Rules Affect ApprovalsThe FHA changed how it treats overtime income, part-time income, and gift funds; and, also how it treats student debt and loans for cars. This is big news for buyers of homes.
Mortgage StrategyFebruary 5, 2017Your Debt-To-Income Ratio Can Tell You How Much Home To BuyA debt-to-income ratio is not just a number for lenders to use. Buyers can calculate it themselves and use it to estimate their comfortable home payment.
Buying a homeMarch 28, 2024What Income Do I Need to Afford a $200K Mortgage?How much income do you need for a $200K mortgage? That will depend on several personal factors. Here's how you can find the answer.
RefinanceFebruary 22, 2024Can You Refinance With No Income Verification in 2024?No income verification refinance loans are a thing of the past. But current refi programs and non-QM loans may be able to help you.
USDA LoansFebruary 21, 2024USDA Loans: Requirements, Rates & Income Limits 2024USDA loans allow zero down payment and have lenient requirements. Plus, USDA loan rates are below average. Find out if you qualify.
Buying a homeJanuary 26, 2024Low Income Home Loans and Housing Programs in 2024You can buy a house with low income if you meet the guidelines for one or more of these low income home loans. Here's how to do it.
Buying a homeJanuary 23, 2024Decrease Your Debts and DTI Before Applying for a MortgageBuying a home requires making sacrifices and getting your financial house in order. Learn how to increase your chances of mortgage approval.
Buying a homeJanuary 15, 2024FHA Loan Income Requirements for 2024As the FHA mortgage program is fairly flexible, there is no set minimum or maximum when it comes to FHA loan income requirements. See if it's the right choice for you.
Buying a homeJanuary 4, 2024Low-Income Home Loans for 2024: First-Time Home BuyersLow-income home loans are gaining popularity in today's market. Here are six loan options to help you buy a house with low income.
Mortgage ProductsJanuary 1, 2024Fannie Mae HomeReady Income Limits | 2024The Fannie Mae HomeReady loan helps low-income buyers with 3% down. Discover if you meet the HomeReady income limits and guidelines.
About MortgagesJanuary 1, 2024Mortgage Income Requirements for 2024While there isn't a minimum income required for mortgage loans, most lenders do have certain income guidelines. Here's what expected of most borrowers.