What You Really Need To Qualify For A Mortgage

 

 

What You Really Need To Qualify For A Mortgage

Tuesday December 8th, 2015Tuesday December 8th, 2015 simplify Down Payments, For Buyers

A recent survey by Ipsos found that the American public is still somewhat confused about what is actually necessary to qualify for a home mortgage loan in today’s housing market. The study pointed out two major misconceptions that we want to address today.

1. Down Payment

The survey revealed that consumers overestimate the down payment funds needed to qualify for a home loan. According to the report, 36% think a 20% down payment is always required. In actuality, there are many loans written with a down payment of 5% or less.
Below are the results of a Digital Risk survey done on Millennials who recently purchased a home.

2. FICO Scores

The Ipsos survey also reported that two-thirds of the respondents believe they need a very good credit score to buy a home, with 45 percent thinking a “good credit score” is over 780. In actuality, the average FICO scores of approved conventional and FHA mortgages are much lower.
Below are the numbers from the latest Ellie Mae report.

Bottom Line

If you are a prospective purchaser who is ‘ready’ and ‘willing’ to buy but not sure if you are also ‘able,’ let's get together and discuss your options. To Discuss your options Contact Jodi Toebe Total Mortgage Services NMLS#251066