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This Article Is About Non-Occupied Co-Borrower Can Be Added To Borrower With High DTI A large percentage of mortgage borrowers consult with Gustan Cho Associates Mortgage Group due to having higher debt-to-income ratios. Most mortgage lenders have lender overlays on debt to income ratios. Lender Overlays are mortgage guid+++elines that are above and beyond federal…
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…
Many homebuyers have substantial value on their 401k. They can use up to 60% of the value of their 401k for their down payment and/or closing costs on their home purchase. The amount used from their 401k is not used for their debt to income ratio calculations.
This guide covers down payment assistance with CHENOA DPA EDGE PROGRAM. Down payment assistance program can be forgiveable or non-forgiveable. Down payment assistance program can be a monetary grant, assistance, loan, or fund for first-time homebuyers. Part of the American Dream is being able to own a home. The American dream is a term we…
This article discusses the changes in FHA guidelines that are particularly relevant to first-time home buyers. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA), which operates under the oversight of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), sets the guidelines for FHA mortgage lending. The FHA itself does not serve as a lender but instead…
Gustan Cho Associates has no lender overlays on debt to income ratio on government and conventional loans. We just go off the agency caps on debt to income ratio no government and conventional loans.
VA home loans are ideal for primary residences, offering 100% financing with no down payment required for those who qualify, including active and retired U.S. Armed Forces members and eligible surviving spouses. The key to accessing these benefits is obtaining a Certificate of Eligibility (COE), which confirms eligibility for the VA’s loan program. The VA…
Brent Norkus, an insurance agent for Goosehead Insurance covers property homeowners insurance in this extensive guide. Property homeowners insurance is mandatory on all homes that are mortgaged with lenders. Lenders require homeowners insurance in the event the property gets damaged due to fire or other hazards. The home is the lender’s collateral and needs to…
In this blog post, we’ll explore obtaining an FHA loan with a credit score under 600. Gustan Cho Associates specializes in processing and finalizing FHA Loans With Under 600 Credit Scores in Florida. Many lenders set higher credit score thresholds due to additional criteria known as overlays. However, it’s important to note that only some…
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA), a segment of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, was established in 1934. Its primary mission is to foster homeownership among Americans, particularly those with moderate incomes, less-than-perfect credit, and minimal down payments. The FHA plays a vital role not as a lender but as a government-sponsored…
This guide covers the topic of no maximum VA loan limit cap on VA home loans. There are no maximum VA loan limit cap on VA loans. However, VA loans with loan limit higher than the conforming loan limit of $766,550 is called high-balance VA loans. Gustan Cho Associates is excited to pass on some…
This guide covers 580 score VA financing for eligible veteran homebuyers and homeowners. The team at Gustan Cho Associates are experts in originating and funding 580 score VA financing with no lender overlays. VA loans are the best mortgage loan program today. However, the only privileged borrowers able to qualify for VA Loans are Veterans…
In this guide, we will cover how rent-to-own homes work for homebuyers who cannot quite get traditional financing. When you want to buy a home, the usual process involves applying for a mortgage to finance the purchase. This is a whole different process, where you will have to be approved to get the funds, and…
What is the difference between a job versus a career? Is my job a career? What is the difference between a job versus a career as a loan officer? Individuals just entering the workforce or have been in it for just a couple of years are probably asking themselves the same exact questions. Another thing…
In this article, we will cover and discuss delayed financing guidelines on refinance transactions. Delayed Financing Guidelines apply for homebuyers who purchased home cash and are needing to do a cash-out refinance. Sellers often prefer cash home buyers. The housing market has been hot for the past few years. Bidding wars are often common. Cash…
In this blog, we’ll address the common inquiry: Can I buy a house in South Dakota with poor credit and low credit scores? Purchasing a home with less-than-ideal credit in South Dakota might feel daunting, with the buying process seeming nearly insurmountable. However, it’s worth noting that there are mortgage options tailored for individuals with…
In this blog, we will cover and discuss commercial real estate purchase using FHA financing. In the following paragraphs, we will give you tips on commercial real estate purchase using FHA financing. How can investors qualify for commercial real estate purchase using FHA financing? FHA financing is generally used for residential purchases and refinances. Residential…
This blog will discuss how mortgage underwriters calculate property taxes on new construction homes. Property taxes on new construction homes can often affect the homebuyer’s debt-to-income ratio due to being estimated versus an exact number. The exact property taxes on new construction homes are not known until a few years after the development has been…
California FHA 203k Loans are a great home purchase acquisition and renovation loan program with a 3,5% down payment of the after-repair value for homebuyers of fixer-uppers. Homebuyers of fixer-uppers can gut/rehab and/or renovate the home they are buying. California has one of the highest housing prices in the nation. Many Californians are not able…
This blog will cover how mortgage underwriters look at credit report vs credit scores. Minimum credit scores are required to qualify for government and conventional loans. Here are the credit score requirements: HUD requires a minimum credit score of 580 for a 3.5% down payment on home purchases. HUD allows borrowers under 580 credit scores…
The bankruptcy manual underwriting guidelines on FHA and VA loans are covered in this guide, which focuses on the exclusive mortgage programs that permit manual underwriting. Manual underwriting occurs when a borrower fails to receive an approve/eligible status via the automated underwriting system and necessitates human underwriter assessment. Dale Elenteny is a loan officer at…
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