Columbus Home Buyers Could Find Mortgage Approval Tougher

RealSupport — Tue, 05 May 2020 06:04:57 +0000

Columbus home buyers could be surprised by loan denials in the wake of quickly-changing mortgage guidelines. The economic impact of COVID-19 is causing lenders to raise credit requirements nearly across the board.

The evolving underwriting standards vary by lender and mortgage type, but examples include the following:

Higher credit score requirements
Lower debt-to-income ratios (the less outstanding debt the applicant has, the better)
Larger down payment requirements

Lenders are getting tougher on Jumbo mortgages, too. Jumbo borrowers can expect to see higher cash reserve requirements in addition to the above.

The cautious approach comes as interest rates hover at historic lows. This has kept lenders busy with refinance applicants. The surge of refi business allows them to name their own terms somewhat as applicants clamor for cheap interest rates.

If you have a mortgage pre-approval in hand, be extra careful with your credit and finances! Lenders are going to re-verify your employment, income and credit score right up to closing.

If you are ready to seek a mortgage, we can put you in touch with excellent lenders in Metro Columbus! And as our Buyer-Client, you can get our advice on the mortgage offers you receive. Please contact us for more information!

As your Exclusive Buyer’s Broker, we serve your best interests at all times! Unlike real estate agents and brokerages who represent sellers, as an Exclusive Buyer’s Broker, we only represent you, the buyer, getting you the best price and terms with no conflict of interest at all times.

Understanding this distinction could literally save you thousands of dollars not only on the purchase price and terms, but also on seller concessions and home inspection issues, whether you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced homeowner!

Andrew Show
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