Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage
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Looking to purchase your dream home? I’m John Krouse, REALTOR® & Real Estate Broker Associate. I’m here to help you buy your home with ease, ensuring top-quality service, excellent communication, and results that match your goals and budget. We cover all residential, commercial, new construction, land acquisition, distressed sales, estate sales and more. We have years experience handling even the msot complex transactions and we have confidence that we can help you make the process smooth and enjoyable.
Basic Qualifications
- Steady Income – Lenders typically look for consistent employment history over the past 2 years.
- Good Credit Score – A minimum credit score of 620 is common, but some programs allow for lower scores.
- Saved Down Payment – Down payment requirements vary based on the loan program, ranging from 0% for VA or USDA loans to 3% for FHA or conventional loans.
- Manageable Debt-to-Income Ratio – Lenders typically prefer a ratio below 43%, but some may accept higher ratios depending on the loan type.
- Pre-Approval for a Mortgage – Having a pre-approval letter strengthens your buying position and helps define your budget.
*Every program and lender may have different requirements.
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