FOUR QUALIFYING PILLARS
Four Pillars to Qualify for a Home Loan
The four pillars that help you qualify for a home loan include income, assets, credit and collateral.
Assets
This is your readily available money and savings to cover your down payment, closing costs and reserves.
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Savings and Money Market funds
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Assets or investments that can be converted to cash, such as IRAs, 401(k) accounts, stocks, bonds, CDs, etc.
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Cash gifts from family members
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Cash from down payment or closing cost assistance programs, grants or matching funds
Simply upload your bank statements and other documents through our app.
Credit
This determines your qualifying credit score and monthly payment obligations.
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Scores of 580 and above typically qualify you for a home loan.
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Lenders check your credit report to assess your record of paying bills and other debts on time.
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Lenders review your monthly debts, including car payments, student loans, credit card payments, personal loans, child support, alimony and any other debts.
Collateral
This is the value of the home you plan to buy.
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Your home’s value is based on an appraisal completed by a licensed independent appraisal company
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Your home is pledged as collateral against the loan.
