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Programs Realtors can use to close more
Two clear programs at a time. Fast to scan. Easy to use in real conversations.
Florida & Texas focus Part 1
More options to save deals and answer faster.
- Fast scenario reviews with clean next steps
- Offer-ready pre-approval strategies
- Primary, second home, and investment options
Florida & Texas focus Part 2
More options to save deals and answer faster.
- Education-first communication (no hype, no pressure)
FHA
Use it when the buyer needs a more flexible entry point.
- Flexible underwriting compared to many conventional options
- Down payment options may be available (ask about DPA)
- Manual underwriting may be possible in some scenarios (guidelines apply)
Conventional
Strong fit when the client can present a cleaner, more competitive file.
- Standard conventional, HomeReady® and Home Possible® scenarios
- Primary, second home, and investment (guidelines apply)
- Down payment options may be available (ask about grant-style DPA)
Down payment assistance (DPA)
Helpful when the buyer needs real support with cash to close.
- Some options are forgiven at closing; others are repayable over time
- Eligibility rules vary by program (credit, income, occupancy, property…
- We verify program fit early — before you write an offer
DSCR investment loans
Great for investor conversations driven by property cash flow.
- Common for 1–4 unit rentals
- Short-term rental income may be acceptable with the right documentation
- Scenario review depends on property type, LTV, reserves, and DSCR approach
Bank statement income (Non-QM)
For self-employed borrowers when traditional documentation is not the best fit.
- Business or personal bank statement options may be available
- Expense factor rules vary (standard expense vs accountant letter options)
- Loan amounts and LTV depend on credit, reserves, and documentation quality
Fix & Flip / renovation financing
Business-purpose strategies for investors (guidelines apply).
- Common for purchase + rehab timelines
- Often designed for speed and execution (not long-term hold)
- Terms vary by experience, project scope, and collateral
In-House Grant DPA Part 1
Grant-style DPA options on Conventional and FHA (guidelines apply).
- Conventional: 1%, 2%, or 3% of purchase price (HomeReady® / Home…
- FHA: 2% or 3.5% of purchase price
- No second lien — DTI is not affected
In-House Grant DPA Part 2
Grant-style DPA options on Conventional and FHA (guidelines apply).
- Forgiven at escrow
- First-time homebuyer allowed but NOT required
- Minimum FICO: 620 (Conventional), 640 (FHA) — manual UW may be allowed…
In-House Grant DPA Part 3
Grant-style DPA options on Conventional and FHA (guidelines apply).
- Multiwides allowed (max LTV 95%)
- Does not run out of funds
- Lender-paid and borrower-paid compensation allowed
Boost FHA DPA Part 1
Repayable or forgivable structures depending on option (guidelines apply).
- 3.5% and 5% repayable option (amortized over 15 years)
- Second lien rate is typically 2% higher than the first-lien note rate
- 3.5% forgivable after 60 consecutive payments on the first lien (silent…
Boost FHA DPA Part 2
Repayable or forgivable structures depending on option (guidelines apply).
- Minimum FICO: 640 (manual UW may be allowed 640+)
- No income limits
- DTI per AUS when approved/eligible (600+)
Boost FHA DPA Part 3
Repayable or forgivable structures depending on option (guidelines apply).
- Does not run out of funds
- Lender-paid and borrower-paid compensation allowed
Aurora FHA DPA Part 1
A distinct FHA DPA option (availability varies by state).
- 3.5% and 5% repayable option (second lien typically 2% higher than first)
- 3.5% forgivable option (does not affect DTI)
- Available in Washington
Aurora FHA DPA Part 2
A distinct FHA DPA option (availability varies by state).
- Minimum FICO: 600 (manual UW min 600)
- DTI per AUS when approved/eligible
- Manual UW max DTI 40/50
Aurora FHA DPA Part 3
A distinct FHA DPA option (availability varies by state).
- Does not run out of funds
Miami‑Dade HAP (2026 update)
Miami‑Dade County down payment assistance program (eligibility rules apply).
- Deferred second mortgage to help cover down payment
- Designed for eligible primary residence homebuyers
- County and program requirements can change — we verify current rules…
Doctor / medical professional 100% financing Part 1
A specialty program structure some lenders offer (guidelines apply).
- Up to $2,000,000 loan amount with 760 FICO (example guideline)
- 100% financing (no down payment) in eligible scenarios
- Student loans may be excluded in some cases (program rules apply)
Doctor / medical professional 100% financing Part 2
A specialty program structure some lenders offer (guidelines apply).
- No mortgage insurance (MI) in certain structures
- Borrower does not have to be a doctor — other medical professionals may…
- Available in ARM and fixed-rate options (availability varies)
Non‑QM: Standard documentation Part 1
A Non‑QM track with standard income documentation (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 620 FICO (example guideline) — up to 90% LTV
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- Non‑permanent residents up to 90% LTV
Non‑QM: Standard documentation Part 2
A Non‑QM track with standard income documentation (guidelines apply).
- DTI up to 55%
- Unlimited cash‑in‑hand (program-specific)
- Cash‑out can be used for reserves (program-specific)
Non‑QM: Standard documentation Part 3
A Non‑QM track with standard income documentation (guidelines apply).
- Eligible properties can include SFR, condos, studios, 2–4 units, and some…
- Loan amounts up to $4,000,000
Non‑QM: Bank statements Part 1
Self‑employed income analysis using bank statements (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 620 FICO (example guideline) — up to 90% LTV
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- Business or personal bank statements
Non‑QM: Bank statements Part 2
Self‑employed income analysis using bank statements (guidelines apply).
- 50% standard expense option
- Minimum 10% expense with accountant letter (where allowed)
- Non‑permanent residents up to 90% LTV
Non‑QM: Bank statements Part 3
Self‑employed income analysis using bank statements (guidelines apply).
- Unlimited cash‑in‑hand (program-specific)
- 3‑month cash‑out seasoning may be allowed
- Cash‑out can be used for reserves (program-specific)
Non‑QM: Bank statements Part 4
Self‑employed income analysis using bank statements (guidelines apply).
- Eligible properties can include SFR, condos, studios, 2–4 units, and some…
- Loan amounts up to $4,000,000
Non‑QM: Profit & loss only Part 1
For self‑employed borrowers where bank statements are not used (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 660 FICO (example guideline) — up to 80% LTV
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- No bank statements
Non‑QM: Profit & loss only Part 2
For self‑employed borrowers where bank statements are not used (guidelines apply).
- 12 or 24 months accepted
- Non‑permanent residents up to 80% LTV
- Unlimited cash‑in‑hand (program-specific)
Non‑QM: Profit & loss only Part 3
For self‑employed borrowers where bank statements are not used (guidelines apply).
- Cash‑out can be used for reserves (program-specific)
- 3‑month cash‑out seasoning may be allowed
- Eligible properties can include SFR, condos, studios, 2–4 units, and some…
Non‑QM: Profit & loss only Part 4
For self‑employed borrowers where bank statements are not used (guidelines apply).
- Loan amounts up to $3,000,000
- CPA / EA / CTEC / PTIN documentation (where required)
Non‑QM: Asset utilization Part 1
Using verified assets to support qualifying income (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 640 FICO (example guideline) — up to 85% LTV
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- Non‑permanent residents up to 80% LTV
Non‑QM: Asset utilization Part 2
Using verified assets to support qualifying income (guidelines apply).
- Unlimited cash‑in‑hand (program-specific)
- Cash‑out can be used for reserves (program-specific)
- Eligible properties can include SFR, condos, studios, 2–4 units, and some…
Non‑QM: Asset utilization Part 3
Using verified assets to support qualifying income (guidelines apply).
- Loan amounts up to $4,000,000
- 100% of checking / savings / money market may be eligible
- 70% of stocks / bonds / mutual funds may be eligible
Non‑QM: Asset utilization Part 4
Using verified assets to support qualifying income (guidelines apply).
- Asset utilization often divides eligible assets by 84 months (example)
DSCR (1–4 units) Part 1
Investor programs focused on property cash flow (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 620 FICO (example guideline) — up to 80% LTV
- No deposit sourcing (program-specific)
- No minimum DSCR ratio up to 75% LTV (program-specific)
DSCR (1–4 units) Part 2
Investor programs focused on property cash flow (guidelines apply).
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- Unlimited cash‑in‑hand at ≤65% LTV (program-specific)
- SFR, condos, 2–4 units up to 80% LTV
DSCR (1–4 units) Part 3
Investor programs focused on property cash flow (guidelines apply).
- Condotels and studios up to 75% LTV
- 2 months reserves (example guideline)
- 3‑month cash‑out seasoning (example guideline)
DSCR (1–4 units) Part 4
Investor programs focused on property cash flow (guidelines apply).
- Cash‑out can be used for reserves (program-specific)
- Short‑term rental income may be accepted (AIRDNA / STR docs, where…
- Loan amounts up to $3,500,000
DSCR (1–4 units) Part 5
Investor programs focused on property cash flow (guidelines apply).
- Vacant properties may be allowed (program-specific)
- Rural properties up to 20 acres may be allowed (program-specific)
DSCR (5–8 units & mixed use 2–8) Part 1
For larger rentals and mixed-use when guidelines fit (business purpose).
- Minimum 700 FICO (example guideline) — up to 75% LTV
- No deposit sourcing (program-specific)
- Minimum DSCR of 1.00 (example guideline)
DSCR (5–8 units & mixed use 2–8) Part 2
For larger rentals and mixed-use when guidelines fit (business purpose).
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- $1,000,000 cash‑in‑hand (example guideline)
- Cash‑out up to 65% LTV (example guideline)
DSCR (5–8 units & mixed use 2–8) Part 3
For larger rentals and mixed-use when guidelines fit (business purpose).
- Commercial space < 50% may be allowed
- Loan amounts up to $2,000,000
Foreign national / ITIN scenarios Part 1
For borrowers without a traditional U.S. credit footprint (guidelines apply).
- No FICO or 680 FICO options may exist (program-specific) — up to 80% LTV
- Bank statement and P&L options up to 80% LTV
- DSCR ≥ 1 up to 75% LTV (program-specific)
Foreign national / ITIN scenarios Part 2
For borrowers without a traditional U.S. credit footprint (guidelines apply).
- No DSCR ratio up to 65% LTV (program-specific)
- 6 months reserves (example guideline)
- No deposit sourcing (program-specific)
Foreign national / ITIN scenarios Part 3
For borrowers without a traditional U.S. credit footprint (guidelines apply).
- No credit reference letters (program-specific)
- No asset seasoning in U.S. account (program-specific)
- No visa may be required (program-specific)
Foreign national / ITIN scenarios Part 4
For borrowers without a traditional U.S. credit footprint (guidelines apply).
- Loan amounts up to $1,500,000
- Condotels, studios, condos, 2–4 units up to 70% LTV
- ITIN borrowers may be allowed (program-specific)
1099 only Part 1
Income documentation based on 1099s or transcripts (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 620 FICO (example guideline) — up to 90% LTV
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- 1 or 2 years of 1099s or transcripts
1099 only Part 2
Income documentation based on 1099s or transcripts (guidelines apply).
- 12/24‑month average minus expense ratio
- Non‑permanent residents up to 80% LTV
- Unlimited cash‑in‑hand (program-specific)
1099 only Part 3
Income documentation based on 1099s or transcripts (guidelines apply).
- 3‑month cash‑out seasoning may be allowed
- Cash‑out can be used for reserves (program-specific)
- Eligible properties can include SFR, condos, studios, 2–4 units, and some…
1099 only Part 4
Income documentation based on 1099s or transcripts (guidelines apply).
- Loan amounts up to $4,000,000
WVOE only Part 1
Work verification in lieu of traditional income docs (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 660 FICO (example guideline) — up to 80% LTV
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- No tax return, W‑2, or paystubs (program-specific)
WVOE only Part 2
Work verification in lieu of traditional income docs (guidelines apply).
- Non‑permanent residents up to 80% LTV
- Unlimited cash‑in‑hand (program-specific)
- Cash‑out can be used for reserves (program-specific)
WVOE only Part 3
Work verification in lieu of traditional income docs (guidelines apply).
- Eligible properties can include SFR, condos, 2–4 units, and some condotels
- Loan amounts up to $3,000,000
- 2 months bank statements required (example guideline)
Cross collateral Part 1
Using multiple properties as collateral (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 660 FICO (example guideline) — up to 70% LTV
- No deposit sourcing (program-specific)
- Minimum DSCR of 1.20 (example guideline)
Cross collateral Part 2
Using multiple properties as collateral (guidelines apply).
- No tradeline requirement with 3 credit scores
- Unlimited cash‑in‑hand (program-specific)
- Minimum per-property balance $50,000 (example guideline)
Cross collateral Part 3
Using multiple properties as collateral (guidelines apply).
- Minimum of 3 properties; maximum of 25 properties (example guideline)
- Cash‑out up to 65% LTV (example guideline)
Closed-end second (HELOAN) Part 1
Second-lien options for cash-out or consolidation (guidelines apply).
- Minimum 660 FICO (example guideline) — up to 90% CLTV
- Loan amounts up to $500,000 (example guideline)
- Combined loan amount up to $5,000,000 (example guideline)
Closed-end second (HELOAN) Part 2
Second-lien options for cash-out or consolidation (guidelines apply).
- Income types can include standard doc, bank statements, P&L, WVOE, and…
- Primary, second homes, and investment options may be available
- AVM-only may be available for loan amounts under $250,000…
Closed-end second (HELOAN) Part 3
Second-lien options for cash-out or consolidation (guidelines apply).
- Non‑permanent residents may be allowed (program-specific)
Owner-occupied vs business-purpose
A simple map of what is commonly allowed (guidelines vary).
- Owner occupied: Standard doc, Bank Statements, P&L Only, WVOE Only, 1099…
- Business purpose: Standard doc, Bank Statements, P&L Only, 1099 Only…
Conforming loan limits (CY2026) Part 1
Baseline conforming limits (most counties in FL & TX).
- 1‑unit: $832,750
- 2‑unit: $1,066,250
- 3‑unit: $1,288,800
Conforming loan limits (CY2026) Part 2
Baseline conforming limits (most counties in FL & TX).
- 4‑unit: $1,601,750
FHA loan limits in Florida (CY2026) Part 1
Selected counties (1–4 units). If your county differs, we confirm the exact limit.
- Miami‑Dade (Miami): $667,000 / $853,900 / $1,032,150 / $1,282,700
- Broward (Fort Lauderdale): $667,000 / $853,900 / $1,032,150 / $1,282,700
- Palm Beach (West Palm Beach): $667,000 / $853,900 / $1,032,150 /…
FHA loan limits in Florida (CY2026) Part 2
Selected counties (1–4 units). If your county differs, we confirm the exact limit.
- Collier (Naples): $764,750 / $979,000 / $1,183,400 / $1,470,700
- Lee (Fort Myers): $541,287 / $693,050 / $837,700 / $1,041,125
- Duval (Jacksonville): $580,750 / $743,450 / $898,700 / $1,116,850
FHA loan limits in Florida (CY2026) Part 3
Selected counties (1–4 units). If your county differs, we confirm the exact limit.
- St. Lucie (Port St. Lucie): $603,750 / $772,050 / $933,050 / $1,159,950
- Hillsborough (Tampa): $541,287 / $693,050 / $837,700 / $1,041,125
- Orange (Orlando): $541,287 / $693,050 / $837,700 / $1,041,125
FHA loan limits in Texas (CY2026)
Selected counties (1–4 units). We confirm the limit by property address.
- Harris (Houston): $541,287 / $693,050 / $837,700 / $1,041,125
- Fort Bend (Katy / Sugar Land): $541,287 / $693,050 / $837,700 / $1,041,125
- Dallas (Dallas): $563,500 / $721,400 / $872,000 / $1,083,650
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Program highlights are provided for educational purposes and may vary by lender, property type, and borrower eligibility. All loans are subject to underwriting approval. Rates, terms, and guidelines can change without notice.
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* Example for illustration only: purchase price $450,000, 20% down, 30-year fixed, 6.750% note rate, 6.982% APR, estimated as of January 15, 2026.
Rates, APR, taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance, reserves, cash to close, fees, and qualifying terms can change based on credit, income, assets, property, occupancy, documentation, market movement, lender overlays, and underwriting.
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