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Hi, Gustan.
We spoke sometime within the past year or so about mortgage options, and I’d like to revisit where things stand and see what may be realistic for me now.
I plan to purchase a home in June 2027, though I have some flexibility on timing. I’m not looking to force a purchase if the numbers don’t work; at this point, I’d like to understand what I could reasonably qualify for today and what I should work on between now and next spring to put myself in the strongest position possible.
Here is my current situation:
- Target purchase price: approximately $500,000
- Anticipated down payment: approximately $50,000
- Target purchase timeframe: around June 2027
- Gross monthly income: approximately $10,667
- Employment: Davidson College
- Current housing payment: $1,600/month rent
- Credit: My mortgage scores have historically been the biggest constraint. My FICO 5/4/2 middle score is 670, although I’d like you to use current information if needed.
- I am actively working on improving my credit profile and reducing outstanding debt.
I’m open to conventional, FHA, or any other program that makes sense for my circumstances. My priorities are keeping the monthly payment manageable, minimizing unnecessary cash at closing, and making sure I’m choosing the right loan structure rather than simply qualifying for the largest possible loan.
Could you take a look and let me know:
- What I could realistically qualify for based on my current situation.
- What loan program(s) you think would be the best fit.
- An estimated interest rate, APR, monthly payment, cash to close, mortgage insurance, and lender fees/points based on a roughly $500,000 purchase with $50,000 down.
- Whether there are any programs or strategies I should be considering that I may not know about.
- If the numbers don’t work well today, what specific changes over the next 6–9 months would make the biggest difference—particularly with regard to credit score, debt, down payment, or anything else.
I’m reaching out to several mortgage professionals so I can get a good sense of my options and develop a plan for the coming months. I’m happy to authorize a credit pull if you need one to give me an accurate assessment; just let me know before you do so.
Please let me know what additional information or documentation you need from me.
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