Frequently Asked Questions
What do mortgage lenders look for on bank statements?
Lenders check for the following information when analyzing your bank statements to evaluate whether they can approve you for a loan:- The account balance is positive.
- Overdrafts are rare.
- Deposits of monthly earnings
- Enough funds to cover at least a 20% down payment (10 percent down requires a 660 minimum credit score)
- Enough funds to cover several months’ mortgage payments as well as closing costs
- When your income was deposited into your account (usually, they want the money to be seasoned, which means it wasn’t all deposited right before you applied for your loan)
What does an FHA loan mean?
FHA stands for Federal Housing Administration. An FHA loan is a type of government-backed mortgage insured by the FHA, which is a division of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). FHA loans are available for purchases and refinance and have low down payment requirements and fixed interest rates.What does an FHA loan stand for?
An FHA loan is a home loan that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration. This type of loan is often used by first-time home buyers or people with less-than-perfect credit. Because the FHA provides insurance on the loan, lenders are more willing to approve borrowers who might not otherwise qualify.What does DSCR stand for?
DSCR stands for Debt Service Coverage Ratio. In order to qualify for an Idaho DSCR loan, you’ll need to have a Debt Service Coverage Ratio of 1.25 or higher. That means your net operating income must be 1.25 times your total debt service (including principle, interest, taxes, and insurance).
What is a bad debt service coverage ratio?
A bad debt service coverage ratio is the one that is below 1.0. This means that the borrower may have difficulty making their payments. However, each situation is unique and a low DSCR does not mean a borrower can’t take the loan, since lenders will consider many factors when assessing a loan application.What is a cash-out refinance?
A cash-out refinance is a new loan that replaces your current mortgage and gives you additional cash to use however you want.What is a Conventional Loan?
A Conventional Loan is a mortgage that is not backed by the government, such as an FHA or VA loan. They are typically available with either a fixed or adjustable interest rate and have lower credit score requirements than government-backed loans.
What is a Down Payment for DSCR Loans in Georgia?
A DSCR loan down payment may vary depending on the lender. Though in most cases, the down payment is as low as 20-25%