I'm interested in buying a my first home but I'm not sure if I can. I would like to buy it, live in for less than 2 years and fix/resell. Can I do this being 21, 22k yearly, fico 700?. I'm about to graduate w/ accounting major in less than a year. I make only 22k in verifiable income. I live in AL, buying a house less than 150k. And yes I can get an apartment but I would rather not. by owengrady66 from Perry, Alabama. May 23rd 2011
Great question- there is no doubt that if your middle credit score is a 690 then you would credit qualify for an FHA mortgage loan. To be honest with you 22k in verifiable income would not support a 150k loan no matter what you debt to income ratio is. However do you have anyone that would be willing to co-sign with you until you get your accounting degree and land a higher income paying job? Let me know if I can help in any way!
Hello,The main determination to buy is credit and income. You have a great score, but the amount to buy depends on a ratio based off your income. We also calculate other liabilities like auto payments or credit cards. That leaves you with the amount you would be "pre-approved" for. 22k would not get you a $150k loan though. The next step would be what area you are buying in. USDA has a great "no money down" loan in Alabama depending on your area being eligible. We can determine that if you gave me your property address. If you want to give me a call I can go over the basics with you and see what would be good for you. My number is (256) 749-7948. Hope to hear back!Jack Shields
hi there? At 150k, your debt ratio is a bit tight there.. You might be able to get approved depending on DU or LP automated engine's assessment. Decision is based on capacity, collateral and credit per my experience as a Junior Underwriter.. FHA can definitely go up to high 50% back end ratio I have seen and gotten approved at. How much are you comfortable with paying monthly max? Give me a call to discuss. Mike 703 505 5300
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