Maximum Debt-To-Income Ratios For AUS Approval
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Maximum Debt-To-Income Ratios For AUS Approval

Maximum Debt-To-Income Ratios for AUS Approval: What You Need to Know in 2024 When applying for a mortgage, your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio is a major consideration for lenders. But what exactly is a DTI ratio, and why is it so important? If you’re wondering how to make sure your DTI ratio falls within the guidelines…

Mortgage With Collection Accounts
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Mortgage With Collection Accounts And Charge-Offs

In 2024, is it possible to secure a mortgage with collection accounts? Yes, find out how it can be done! If you’re wondering whether getting a mortgage with collection accounts on your credit report is possible, you’re not alone. Many homebuyers find themselves in this situation, unsure whether their credit issues will stop them from…

FHA DTI Guidelines
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FHA DTI Guidelines for Getting an Approve/Eligible Per AUS

First-time homebuyers, especially, may be easily overwhelmed by the complexities of purchasing a home. One of the most critical aspects of obtaining a mortgage is grasping the Debt-to-Income (DTI) ratio, for which FHA loans are particularly crucial. For approval or eligibility per AUS (Automated Underwriting System), these FHA DTI Guidelines are important. In this guide,…

Pre-Qualifying Borrowers
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Pre-Qualifying Borrowers With Bad Credit For Mortgage Loans

In this blog, we will be covering pre-qualifying borrowers with bad credit for mortgage loans. This article on pre-qualifying borrowers with bad credit for mortgage loans is a resource mortgage guide for borrowers and loan officers. New loan officers need to understand that the pre-approval process is the most important stage of the mortgage process….

VA Automated Findings
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VA Automated Findings On Automated Underwriting System (AUS)

In this article, we will discuss and cover the VA automated findings on the automated underwriting systems (AUS). VA loans has more lenient agency mortgage guidelines than any other loan program. All VA loans need to go through the Automated Underwriting System for VA Automated Findings. What is the Automate Underwriting System (AUS) The Automated…

Layered Risk In Manual Underwriting
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What Factors Are Considered Layered Risk In Manual Underwriting

In this blog, we will be discussing the factors that are considered layered risks in manual underwriting. FHA and VA loans are the two primary loan programs that permit manual underwriting. When a VA or FHA loan receives a refer/eligible finding on the automated underwriting system (AUS), the application can still proceed with manual underwriting….

FHA AUS Approval Versus Manual Underwriting
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FHA AUS Approval Versus Manual Underwriting On FHA Loans

This Article Is About FHA AUS Approval Versus Manual Underwriting On FHA Loans  HUD, the parent of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has recently changed its algorithms on the Automated Underwriting System (AUS) to make harder to get an approve/eligible per AUS on FHA Loans. This only applies for borrowers with credit scores of under…

Should I Use Fannie Mae Or Freddie Mac
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Should I Use Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac For AUS

In this article, we’ll discuss about Should I Use Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac for Automated Underwriting Systems (AUS). There are two distinct types of AUS available. Many loan officers may not realize that if a borrower fails to receive automated approval from Fannie Mae’s system, they could still obtain an “approve/eligible” status through Freddie…

Manual Downgrade From AUS Approval
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Manual Downgrade From AUS Approval on FHA Loans

In this blog, we will discuss and cover the manual downgrade from AUS approval on FHA loans. Manual Downgrade From AUS Approval is sometimes required by lenders who think the FHA loan is too marginal. For example, if a borrower with a credit score of 580 and higher debt-to-income ratios gets an approve/eligible per automated…

VA AUS Approval
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VA AUS Approval With Low Credit Scores and High DTI

In this article, we will discuss VA AUS approval versus manual underwriting on VA loans. VA loans are the best loan program for owner-occupant home buyers. The Department of Veterans Affairs, The VA, is the government agency that insures VA Loans to private lenders who originate and fund VA loans. The Veterans Administration does not…

Home Loan With Bad Credit Texas
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How To Get Approved For Home Loan With Bad Credit Texas

This article explores the various mortgage options available to homebuyers seeking approval for a home loan with bad credit Texas. Despite lower credit scores, mortgage applicants can still qualify for and be approved for a home loan. However, the crucial factor in obtaining approval for a mortgage with bad credit and lower credit scores is…

What is a DU Automated Approval
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What Is DU Automated Approval per AUS FINDINGS

In this blog, we will cover and discuss what is DU automated approval on the automated underwriting system. A sound mortgage loan approval?  My Loan Officer told me I had a DU Automated Approval, what is that? There are two types of automated underwriting system approvals. Fannie Mae Desktop Underwriter also referred to as DU…

VA Manufactured Home Guidelines
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VA Manufactured Home Guidelines On VA Loans

In this blog, we will discuss and cover VA manufactured home guidelines on VA loans. Gustan Cho Associates has invested substantial time tailoring loan programs to cater to our nation’s veterans, including those seeking VA loans for manufactured homes. Many of our borrowers opt for VA loans, and we have earned a national five-star reputation…

Applying For Mortgage With Another Lender When Denied
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Applying For Mortgage With Another Lender When Denied

In this article, we will cover and discuss applying for mortgage with another lender when denied by the original lender. The team at Gustan Cho Associates gets countless calls from borrowers asking for advice on applying for mortgage with another lender when denied by their first lender. Applying for mortgage with another lender when denied…

Automated Underwriting System Findings On Home Mortgages
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Automated Underwriting System Findings On Home Mortgages

In this blog, we will cover and discuss the automated underwriting system approval, which is also referred to as AUS findings. The automated underwriting system approval is what is needed for a mortgage borrower to go forward with the mortgage process. The automated underwriting system will render three types of findings: approve/eligible per AUS: A/E per…

automated approval
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Automated Approval By The Automated Underwriting System

In this blog, we will cover and discuss the automated approval by the automated underwriting system. It is key to get an approve/eligible per the automated underwriting system for the mortgage process to go forward. In the event the borrower cannot get an approve/eligible and gets a refer/eligible per AUS findings, the file can be…

Conventional Loan After Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
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Conventional Loan After Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Mortgage Guidelines

There’s a common misconception that only those with excellent credit scores can secure a conventional loan, while FHA loans are reserved for borrowers with poorer credit. However, this belief needs to be revised. Both conventional and FHA loans operate under distinct lending guidelines. Credit history, including past issues like bankruptcy or foreclosure, doesn’t directly affect…

How Do Mortgage Underwriters Qualify Borrowers
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How Do Mortgage Underwriters Qualify Borrowers

In this blog, we will cover and discuss how do mortgage underwriters qualify borrowers. Credit scores and income is what determines whether a borrower meets the minimum requirements for a  lender to review a mortgage application how do mortgage underwriters qualify borrowers is by reviewing all documents provided by the borrower? In this article, we…

Paying Rent Timely Will Help Get Mortgage Approved
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Paying Rent Timely Will Help Get a Mortgage Approved

This guide covers how paying rent timely will help get a mortgage approved. Homebuyers who have little to no credit tradelines and get a refer/eligible now have a chance to get an approve/eligible per an automated underwriting system will timely rent payments. Per Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, HUD, USDA, and VA, verified rent is now…

VA Credit Dispute
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VA Credit Dispute Guidelines During Mortgage Process

IIn this blog, we will discuss and cover VA credit dispute guidelines during the mortgage process. VA loans is hands down the best mortgage loan program in the U.S. However, not everyone can qualify for VA loans. Only active or retired members of the U.S. Armed Forces with a certificate of eligibility (COE) can only…