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There is no limit to the number of times you can refinance. However, you must qualify every time you apply and there will be costs associated with closing the loan each time.
Yes! There are a number of bond programs that offer low or no down payment financing options.
The key to choosing the right mortgage is to understand the range of options and features available to you, as well as your budget, circumstances, and goals. Our licensed mortgage professionals are here to help you navigate that process. The more you know, the more comfortable and confident you will be choosing the best option for you and your family.
The Truth in Lending Act (TILA) does not permit a lender to close a loan until at least seven (7) business days have passed from the date your application was received. A typical home loan takes 30 days, as a number of third-party services such as appraisals, title work, and credit are required in conjunction with the mortgage process. Once you familiarize your Loan Officer with the details of your specific loan scenario, they will be able to provide you with a more specific timeline.
The only way to find out is to speak with a qualified mortgage professional. Our Loan Officers have helped numerous clients who didn’t know if they could qualify to become home owners. We take the time to understand your financial situation and long-term financial goals, and then match you with the loan program that best fits your needs. Your approval for a loan may also largely depend on the price of the home you are financing. Getting pre-qualified prior to beginning your home search can give you an idea of what you may be able to afford.
Homeowners typically refinance to save money, either by obtaining a lower interest rate or by reducing the term of their loan. Refinancing is also a way to convert an adjustable loan to a fixed loan or to consolidate debts.
This question does not have a simple, one-size-fits-all answer. The exact amount will depend on the price of the home you buy as well the type of mortgage financing you choose. Depending on your loan program, your down payment could be as much as 20% of the home’s price or as little as 3%, while some loans require no down payment at all.
You may still qualify for a home loan even if you have experienced a bankruptcy. The best way to find out if you qualify is to talk with a Loan Officer to discuss your options. Be sure to bring all paperwork regarding your bankruptcy so your Loan Officer can find the program that best fits your situation.
Interest rates fluctuate all day, every day. If an interest rate is good, it may be in your best interest to lock now. If you wait, you run the risk of an increase in rates later. If you are concerned that rates may go down after you lock, contact your Loan Officer to discuss your options. Some programs allow you to lock for an extended period and choose to lower your rate should a better one become available.


The Question That Changes Everything About What You Can Borrow
Most mortgage conversations start with the same question. What is your salary? Kendra LaManna at New American Funding wants to start with a better one. What income do you have and how much of it can actually be used to qualify?
Those two questions produce very different answers and very different outcomes for buyers who have been told they do not qualify for as much as they actually need.
The Borrowers Who Are Leaving Qualifying Income on the Table
The W-2 employee who also earns commission and bonuses. The bonus history can often be averaged and added to the base salary. The commission income that shows up inconsistently on a pay stub can be documented and counted when the history supports it. These borrowers are frequently qualifying on base salary alone when their total compensation picture would support a meaningfully higher loan amount.
The self-employed business owner who also collects rent from investment properties. The business income and the rental income are two separate streams. Both may be eligible depending on documentation and loan program. Using only one while ignoring the other leaves real qualifying power unused.
The 1099 contractor with liquid assets or investment accounts producing dividends and interest. Asset depletion programs can convert a portion of those holdings into a calculated monthly income figure for qualification purposes. The money is there. The right program just needs to see it the right way.
The borrower purchasing with a co-borrower whose income profile looks completely different. A W-2 employee and a self-employed partner. A salaried worker and a freelancer. Combining income streams from two people with two different documentation paths is exactly where understanding the guidelines produces better outcomes than defaulting to the most conservative approach.
What the Alternative Programs Cover
For borrowers whose income does not fit the conventional documentation model alternative programs can evaluate twelve or twenty-four months of bank statement deposits as a measure of actual cash flow. A CPA-prepared profit and loss statement. The rental income a property generates rather than the borrower's personal income through DSCR qualification. Each of these replaces the tax return as the primary income document when the tax return does not tell the real story.
The Bottom Line
You may not need to earn more to increase your buying power. You may just need someone who knows where to look for the income you already have.
Kendra LaManna is with New American Funding NMLS 1496814. You find the home and she will find the loan. Call or text 585-329-1491 or email [email protected].
Sources
ConsumerFinancialProtectionBureau.gov
FannieMae.com
MortgageNewsDaily.com
NationalMortgageProfessional.com
Investopedia.com
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