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Wendy S.
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  • Ellenwood, GA
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Understanding DSCR or underwriting on investment loan

Wendy S.
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  • Ellenwood, GA
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Hello, BPers, I'm looking at buying a property using its own rental income to qualify as my personal DTI is already maxed. I do have excellent credit with lowest number being 773.

Property listed for $100,000 and current rent is $1,050. My broker says he can get me a 30 year loan with 25% down, at 5.25 interest with a PITI of abt $550.

He says they would use $787.50 ($1,050 X 75%), but then the income would need to cover at least 50% of the PITI. So to be on the safe side the allowable income would need a 45% debt ratio.

I'm thinking 25% down is too much for the required property and the rate isn't great. Not do I fully understand the debt service requirements. Am I wrong, is he right or do I need to find another lender?

Confused??

  • Wendy S.
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