Affordable Loan & Program Matrix – April 2014 Minnesota Homeownership Center This tool is designed for housing counselors and industry professionals. If you are purchasing your first home and would like to learn more about mortgage loans that might be right for you, contact a homeownership advisor in your area for free, professional information. To find a local housing counselor visit www.hocmn.org or call the Minnesota Homeownership Center at 651-659-9336. PURPOSE: Produced by the Minnesota Homeownership Center, this tool is intended to inform homeownership advisors and industry professionals of affordable loans and programs available to their customers. It is not designed for consumers. Loans and programs included in the Matrix generally have flexible underwriting guidelines, allow higher LTV limits, lower buyer investment and require homebuyer education and/or counseling. This Matrix is updated by the Center quarterly. Please note loan criteria may change prior to the next scheduled update. Questions regarding programs should be directed to the lender or program contact. If you have specific questions about the Matrix or would like to add your program please contact Brooke Walker at 651-236-8971 or by email at [email protected] TABLE OF CONTENTS: Associated Bank – CARE .................................................................................................................................................... 2 Bremer - Gateway Community Mortgage Program Updated ............................................................................................... 3 BMO Harris – Neighborhood Home Loan Program – New Repair Option .......................................................................... 4 Community Land Trust(s) ..................................................................................................................................................... 5 FHA - 203b, 203k (Purchase Rehab) .................................................................................................................................. 9 GMHC & Dayton’s Bluff NHS- Bridge to Success (Contract for Deed)............................................................................... 10 MN Housing – Start Up ..................................................................................................................................................... 11 MN Housing – Step Up....................................................................................................................................................... 13 MN Housing - Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) Program ............................................................................................... 15 MN Housing - Fannie Mae HFA Preferred Risk Sharing™ ................................................................................................ 16 Section 184 Indian Home Loan Guarantee Program ......................................................................................................... 17 US Bank - American Dream .............................................................................................................................................. 18 USDA Rural Development - 502 Direct – Funds Available.............................................................................................. 19 USDA Rural Development - 502 Guaranteed Loans ......................................................................................................... 20 Wells Fargo Bank - Community Development Mortgage Program .................................................................................... 21 Wells Fargo Bank - Neighborhood Community Development Mortgage Program ............................................................ 22 1|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Associated Bank – CARE (Community Affordable Real Estate) Product Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Information Comments Anoka, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, Washington, Pierce, and St. Croix county Contact: Trent Bowman 651-523-6488 (office) 45% maximum 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) Income not considered - Rental income - Gross up non-taxable income No Adjustment to gross income No Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Work history Credit history None No Cannot own another property Single Family, Townhome, Condo, PUD attached, PUD Detached Warrantable Condos only. Manufactured Homes, Nonwarranted Condos and multi-unit properties are not eligible. Must be primary residence. Available with limited cash out. At or below market rate Contact Lender for details Gift funded excepted from eligible source. Maximum CLTV 105% No buyer investment required. Up to 97% LTV No mortgage insurance required. 2 years employment Minimum Credit Score 670. Requires clean credit for previous 24months. Chapter 7 Discharged minimum of 4 years. Chapter 13 Discharged minimum of 4 years. Liens Foreclosure Paid prior to application. Settled for a minimum of 4 years with credit re-established. Judgments Paid prior to application. Collection accounts Paid prior to application. Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Purchase rehab option All delinquent credit obligations paid prior to application. First time buyers requires at least one borrower to complete homebuyer education Home Stretch accepted. 30 years Conventional Loan Requirements Not available Updated: April 2014 2|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Bremer – Gateway Community Mortgage Program Information Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Income not considered Maximum Loan to Value Gross up non-taxable income Adjustment to gross income Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Additional closing costs Work history Credit history Bremer Bank lending areas of MN, ND and WI 43% with minimum credit score of > 700 40% with credit score of 699 - 680 Non-traditional credit is 40% ≤80% of HUD Median Based on borrowers that will be on the note and mortgage Self-employed with duration less than 1 year Part-time received for less than 1 year Income if returned to workforce for less than 6 months Rental income from any other properties 95% Combined Loan to Value to 105% with acceptable down payment assistance programs approved by Bremer Bank Available contact lender for details Must follow current portfolio guidelines - - 11 county Twin Cities metro area: $298,125 All other counties: $237,031 No minimum No Single Family Condominiums and townhomes (conforming to FNMA req.) Planned Unit Developments Community Land Trusts Acreage limited to 10 acre parcels No Allowable from acceptable sources Contact lender for details Credit score ≥700; 1% or $1000, whichever is less Credit score <700; 3% Must document down payment funds and miscellaneous deposits, Gifts from relatives allowed for part of 3% Not applicable No Two years continuous stable income No short sales within the last 5 years Minimum 680 credit score Must have 12 months clean credit Follow FNMA Guidelines Chapter 13 Follow FNMA Guidelines Foreclosure Judgments Collection accounts Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Purchase rehab option Only permitted to improve Bremer Bank’s position for a loan held in our in-house portfolio Slightly higher than Market Rate, Fixed Chapter 7 Liens Comments College is acceptable as part of the two year history and documented Non-traditional credit: must have 3 sources – rent receipts, utility payments, telephone or cable bills, or other sources of credit or services for which the borrower has/had a regular financial obligation Paid in full None within the last 7 years Explanations required Paid in full with 3rd party verification required of reason for default (default must be beyond borrower’s control) Paid in full Yes, all borrowers to attend www.hocmn.org to find a Home Stretch workshop or register for the online course Framework 30 years fixed, fully amortizing Two months PITI Must be accessible Not available Updated April 2014 3|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 BMO Harris Bank – Neighborhood Home Loan Program (NHLP) Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Income not considered Rental income Information Comments Properties located in designated counties in Minnesota The property must be located in a Low or Moderate Income Census Tract 40% for FICO < 680; 45% for FICO 680 + None Must follow Freddie Mac’s guidelines No Gross up non-taxable income - Adjustment to gross income Maximum loan amount - First time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Work history Credit history Conforming No Homebuyer education required for purchase transactions. Single Family, Condominium, Townhouse, PUD and Manufactured Homes 1‐2 Units only, Primary Residence (owner-occupied) Only Non‐occupant co‐borrowers are not eligible. Yes - Rate/Term Refinance Note Rate /Fixed for Life of Loan Must be borrower own funds. Minimum Borrower Contribution: Greater of $1,000 or 1% of loan amount (3% if FICO <660) 2 years verifiable income Must follow Freddie Mac’s guidelines FICO Requirement: Regardless of the credit score, borrowers need three valid tradelines but those do not have to be on the credit report. The tradelines need to meet Freddie Mac’s guideline for non‐traditional or alternative credit (see Freddie Mac. All Regs, Chapter 37.4 (b) for further details). LTV <= 95%: 620 FICO; LTV 95.01 ‐ 97%: 660 FICO Refinance: 660 FICO; Chapter 13 Must follow Freddie Mac’s guidelines Liens - Foreclosure - Judgments - Collection accounts Homebuyer education is required for all purchase transactions. The Purchase Counseling Advisory Letter must be signed at closing as it is required for all purchase transactions. Home Stretch and Framework are accepted. 30 Years Insurance and tax escrows are required. None required No- limited repair loan. Purchase rehab option Down payment Requirements: Purchase (1 unit): 3%, Purchase (2 unit): 5% Refinance (1‐2 unit): 5%, Manufactured Homes: 20% Seller contributions allowed, cannot exceed 3% of the lesser of sales price or appraised value on LTVs > 90% and 6% on LTVs < 90%. Seller contributions may include mortgage financing costs, closing costs and/or prepaids/escrows. Must follow Freddie Mac’s guidelines Cash reserves Note: On refinance transactions, Equity can be used to meet the minimum borrower contribution. No Chapter 7 Amortization 5/1 ARM available Approved affordable seconds and/or Grants available FICO score is required for all NHLP transactions Education requirements Borrowers with NHLP mortgages may not have any ownership interest in any other residential properties as of the Note Date. Repairs limited to those which do not affect the livability of the home. Max amount of repairs cannot exceed 15% ($10,000 for Conv., $5,000 for FHA) of “As Completed” value. Escrow requirements: 110% for Conventional or 150% for FHA ($500 minimum). Percentage based on estimated cost of repairs. Updated: April 2014 4|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Community Land Trust Community land trusts provide permanently affordable homes to our workforce and ensure the homes remain affordable over time. They accomplish this by purchasing and retaining ownership of the land, while the homeowner owns the home. The ability to stabilize land costs keeps homes affordable while providing homeowners the same benefits as market rate homeownership. Community land trusts use a shared equity model that allows the land trust organization to share in the equity when the home is sold. Nonprofits that provide land trust homes are located throughout Minnesota and the organization’s requirement and eligibility may vary. For information on land trust not included here visit www.mncltc.org COMMUNITY LAND TRUSTS DO NOT PROVIDE FIRST MORTGAGE FINANCING Carver County CLT Program Information Comments Geographic area served Carver County CLT Homes are available in most communities in Carver Co. CLT Contact Information 952-448-7715 x 2782 705 Walnut Street North Chaska, MN 55318 www.carvercda.org First time homebuyer only Not Required Maximum income limit 80% of Median Income or Below Currently $66,200 subject to change without notice Program Requirements Application, Homebuyer Education, CLT Orientation and Lender Pre-approval Approved Lenders only, contact Carver County for list No more than $5,000 at the time of closing Buyer’s minimum investment Additional closing costs $1,000 None Assistance available varies by lender and borrower income City of Lakes Community Land Trust Information Geographic area served CLT Contact Information Comments City of Minneapolis 1930 Glenwood Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55405 612-594-7150 www.CLCLT.org First time homebuyer only Not Required Maximum income limit 80% Metropolitan Median Income Program Requirements Application, Homebuyer Education, CLT Orientation and Lender Pre-approval Buyer’s minimum investment Additional closing costs CLCLT also has a Contract for Deed Program Buyers mortgage product determines minimum investment Varies, depending on program/Project Currently, all types of closing cost assistance work with CLT 5|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Community Land Trust First Homes Information Geographic area served CLT Contact Information: First time homebuyer only Rochester & 30-mile surrounding area 507-287-7117 400 South Broadway, Suite 300 Rochester, MN 55904 www.firsthomes.org Not Required Maximum income limit 80% of State Median Income Program Requirements Meet income limit; Qualify for Mortgage; Home Buyer Education Buyer’s minimum investment Additional closing costs Comments 1% of purchase price None Gap loan available if needed Homes Within Reach Information Comments Geographic area served Western Suburbs of Hennepin County Brooklyn Park, Deephaven, Eden Prairie, Edina, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, New Hope, Richfield, St. Louis Park and Wayzata CLT Contact Information 952-401-7071 5101 Thimsen Avenue, Ste 200 Minnetonka, MN 55345 www.homeswithinreach.org First time homebuyer only Not required Maximum income limit 80% of Hennepin County Housing Consortium Income Limits (HUD) Program Requirements Application, Homebuyer Education, CLT Orientation and Lender Pre-approval Buyer’s minimum investment Additional closing costs See HWR website for further information $1,000 None Depending on the circumstances, there can be additional closing cost assistance available to the prospective homebuyer 6|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Community Land Trust One Roof Housing Information Geographic area served Duluth and surrounding communities. CLT Contact Information 218-727-5372 12 East 4th Street Duluth, MN 55805 www.1roofhousing.org First time homebuyer only Not required Maximum income limit 80% Area Median Income Program Requirements Application, Homebuyer education, CLT Orientation and Lender Preapproval Buyer’s minimum investment Additional closing costs Comments $500 Recording fees for ground lease and related documents. Rondo Community Land Trust Information Comments Geographic area served City of St. Paul and Ramsey County Suburban Communities Eligible Ramsey County Cities: Arden, Blaine, Falcon Heights, Gem Lake, Lauderdale, Little Canada, Maplewood, Mounds View, New Brighton, North Oaks, North St. Paul, Roseville, Shoreview , St. Anthony, St. Paul, Spring Lake Park, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Township. CLT Contact Information 651-221-9884 626 Selby Avenue St. Paul, MN. 55104 www.rondoclt.org First time homebuyer only Not Required Maximum income limit 80% of HUD median Income Program Requirements Orientation, Application and Homebuyer Education Workshop Buyer’s minimum investment Additional closing costs Approved Lenders Only - See Rondo CLT for list. $500 - $1000 None Assistance varies on lender availability and borrowers income 7|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Community Land Trust Two Rivers Community Land Trust Information Comments Geographic area served Anoka and Washington Counties Some cities within the counties listed are not currently served CLT Contact Information 651-994-9194 x 202 3880 Laverne Avenue North, Ste 175 Lake Elmo, MN 55042 www.tworiversclt.com First time homebuyer only Not Required Maximum income limit 80% Area Median Income (household of 4income max= $64,400) Program Requirements Application, Homebuyer Education: Home Stretch, CLT Orientation and Lender Pre-approval Buyer’s minimum investment Additional closing costs Conventional loan products only. No FHA Buyers mortgage product determines minimum investment Recording fees for ground lease and related documents Up to $10,000 may be available through a variety of lenders and mortgage products. 8|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 FHA - 203b, 203(k) Streamlined Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Income not considered Information Comments Nationwide To find lenders visit /www.hud.gov/ll/code/llslcrit.cfm 31 / 43 Must demonstrate compensating factors to exceed percentages. None Food Stamps Rental income Yes Gross up non-taxable income Yes Adjustment to gross income None Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Work history Credit history Chapter 7 Chapter 13 Liens Foreclosure Judgments Collection accounts Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Purchase rehab option With proper documentation Metro Area Effective 1/1/14 $318,550 (1 Family) Effective 1/1/14: Cook County $282,900 (1 Family) All other $271,050 (1 Family) No Borrower cannot own other property as primary residence. 1-4 units, condos, townhomes, manufactured housing Must meet FHA appraisal standards Yes. *NOTE: Effective 6/11/12 special ref. program for underwater FHA to FHA borrowers. See ML 2012-04 Streamline and cash-out refinance (85% limit) Market Rate Pre-approved programs are allowed; must have HUD approval letter. Gifts OK per guidelines. Funds from instrumentality of Governments per HB 4155. Credit Score at or above 580 requires minimum 3.5% Credit Score between 500-579 required minimum 10% See handbook 4155.1 Rev-5 & Mortgagee Letter 201029 Effective 4/9/2012: Upfront payment 1.75% of base loan amount Effective 4/1/2013: Annual Mortgage Insurance Premium: LTV <95%: 130% BPS; LTV >95%: 135 BPS See Mortgagee Letter (ML)2013-04 The seller may contribute up to 6% of the property's sales price toward closing costs and pre-paid. Annual Mortgage Insurance Premium duration: Effective 4/1/2013 (Mortgagee Letter 2013-04): Loan To Value at origination: <78 – 11 years >78-90 – 11 years >90 – Loan Term 2 years verifiable income Minimum 500 credit score Non-traditional accepted see mortgagee letter 2008-11 Salaries and wage income must be verifiable and stable over the past 2 years. Non-traditional credit: must have 3 sources: rent receipts, utility payments, telephone or cable bills, or other sources of credit or services for which the borrower has/had a regular financial obligation. At least 2 full years since discharged Re-establish good credit 12-month history. At least 1 full year into established repayment plan. Re-establish good credit 12-month history. Paid in full No exceptions. 36 months from date claim was paid. Extenuating circumstances can grant exception. See Back to Work Mortgage Letter 2013-26 Paid in full Satisfied prior to endorsement. Explanation of collection account required No Encouraged 15 to 30 year fixed rate Maximum term is 30 years; other shorter loan terms are available. 1-2 units: $0. 3-4 units: 3 months PITI Yes. 203(k) Streamlined allows up to $35,000 added to the loan balance, placed in escrow. Acquisition + plus rehab cannot exceed 110% expected market value. To be used for repairs outline in Mortgagee Letter 200550. Rehab more than $15k must be inspected by lender prior to draw. Updated: April 2014 9|P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 GMHC & Dayton’s Bluff NHS - Bridge to Success Contract for Deed Information Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Contact administrator for details Follow FHA guidelines and family budget Follow FHA guidelines Rental income Follow FHA guidelines Gross up non-taxable income Yes Adjustment to gross income No First time homebuyer only Eligible properties $225,000 No 1-2Single Family, and FHA PUD and Condos Loan Term 10 year Balloon Interest rate 7.5% Fixed Rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Work history Credit history 2nd mortgage and grants for down payment assistance allowed $2,000 or 2% of sale price, whichever is less. 100% LTV on purchase transactions 110% LTV on purchase with rehab transactions. Can be applied to down payment or closing cost Not Applicable Origination fee of 2%, standard 3rd party fees apply and if rehab, additional fees apply Stable verifiable income No minimum credit score. Will closely review past 12months of credit history Bankruptcy considered under extenuating circumstances Chapter 13 Bankruptcy considered under extenuating circumstances Foreclosure See credit history Foreclosure considered under extenuating circumstances Judgments See credit history Collection accounts See credit history Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Purchase rehab option Owner occupied only None Chapter 7 Liens Prepared by borrower and financial counselor Up to 115% of the area median income Income not considered Maximum loan amount Comments Homebuyer education (Home Stretch workshop) and financial management counseling. Financial management counseling continues post closing. 30 year amortization Not applicable Available Updated: April 2014 10 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Minnesota Housing – Start Up Start Up is a first-time homebuyer loan program that helps low and moderate income Minnesotans buy a home. The Start Up Program provides affordable, low, fixed interest rates for eligible homebuyers statewide. Please refer to the Start Up Procedural Manual and Start Up Term Sheet available on Minnesota Housing’s website for complete program guidelines. Benefits: Low, affordable interest rates Access to Minnesota Housing down payment and closing cost loans Lower private mortgage insurance rates for conventional-insured loans—only 3% down payment needed Conventional, no-MI product available—only 3% down payment needed Housing Choice Vouchers may be used FHA 203(k) Streamlined purchase/repair product option available Eligibility Requirements: Borrowers may be eligible for Start Up if they meet the following criteria: Are a first-time homebuyer Have an income at or below prescribed Minnesota Housing income limits Purchase a home under the Minnesota Housing home cost limits ($298,125 for 11-county metro; $237,031 for balance of state) Have a minimum 640 credit score; some products require a higher credit score Maximum debt-to-income ratio (DTI) of 45%;DTI of 50% allowed with a 660+ credit score Home Stretch or Framework (www.hocmn.org) required for borrowers with conventional loans or for borrowers using Minnesota Housing down payment/closing cost loans Income & Purchase Price Limits: Visit Minnesota Housing’s website, Minnesota Housing income limits, Minnesota Housing purchase price limits 11 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Minnesota Housing: Start Up Information Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Comments Statewide Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) 11 Co. Metro Rochester MSA Balance of State - 1-2 person $83,900 $81,300 $73,900 3+ person $96,.485 $93,495 $84,985 The program utilizes industry-standard loan products. Minnesota Housing provides an affordable interest rate and access to down payment and closing loans for eligible borrowers. 45% max DTI; 50% max DTI with 660+ credit score. 97% LTV limit for conventional (HFA Preferred Risk Sharing / HFA Preferred) Each loan file contains both program eligibility and credit underwriting qualifying income. To calculate eligibility income, use the Eligibility Income Worksheet found on www.mnhousing.gov. To calculate qualifying income, use the loan product guidelines. Income not considered Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Qualifying income guidelines Rental income Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA Conventional) Qualifying income guidelines Gross up non-taxable income Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Qualifying income guidelines Adjustment to gross income Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Qualifying income guidelines Maximum House Price First-time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Acquisition cost limit: 11 Co Metro - $298,125 Balance of State - $237,031 Home price includes the purchase price and any funds paid by the borrower to acquire the property. Use the Acquisition Cost Worksheet found on www.mnhousing.gov Yes Single-family homes, duplexes, condos and townhomes Community Land Trust properties are eligible. HOME HELP assistance does not allow multi-unit properties. No Visit: www.mnhousing.gov 3 Minnesota Housing DPA options are available: Deferred Payment Loan Monthly Payment Loan HOME HELP Downpayment and Closing Cost Comparison Sheet Buyer's minimum investment Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) The lower of $1,000 or 1% of the purchase price is required for borrowers receiving assistance Minnesota Housing down payment and closing cost loan. Mortgage insurance Closing Costs Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Work history Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Credit history Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Chapter 7 Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Chapter 13 Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Liens Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Foreclosure Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Judgments Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Collection accounts Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Down payment and closing cost loan options Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Purchase/rehab option Lenders may charge $200 funding fee and $85 tax service fee. 640 minimum credit score (if a score is available). Higher credit score required for some products. Required for conventional loans and borrowers receiving Minnesota Housing down payment and closing cost loans When applicable, one borrower must attend Qualified Homebuyer Education prior to the loan closing. www.hocmn.org Refer also to underlying product guidelines. 15 or 30 years Some products require amortization of 30 years. Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Deferred Payment Loan and HOME HELP have maximum cash reserve requirements. A purchase repair option (FHA 203(k) Streamlined) is available. Lenders must apply to Minnesota Housing’s Master Servicer in order to participate in this option. Contact Minnesota Housing for more details. Updated: Jan 2014 12 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Minnesota Housing – Step Up Step Up is a non-first-time homebuyer loan program that helps low and moderate income Minnesotans buy a home or refinance their home. The Step Up Program provides affordable, low, fixed interest rates for eligible borrowers statewide. Please refer to the Step Up Procedural Manual and Step Up Term Sheet available on Minnesota Housing’s website for complete program guidelines. Benefits: Low, affordable Minnesota Housing interest rates Access to Minnesota Housing’s Monthly Payment Loan for down payment and closing costs. Lower private mortgage insurance rates for conventional-insured loans—only 3% down payment needed Conventional, no-MI product available—only 3% down payment needed FHA 203(k) Streamlined purchase/repair product option available Premium pricing option allows refinance borrowers to reduce their out-of-pocket closing costs. Monthly Payment Loan not available with this option. Eligibility Requirements: Borrowers may be eligible for Step Up if they meet the following criteria: Have an income at or below prescribed Minnesota Housing income limits Purchase a home under the Minnesota Housing home cost limits ($298,125 for 11-county metro; $237,031 for balance of state) Have a 640 credit score; some products require a higher credit score Maximum debt-to-income ratio (DTI) of 45%; DTI of 50% allowed with 660+ credit score Income & Purchase Price Limits: Visit Minnesota Housing’s website, Minnesota Housing income limits, Minnesota Housing purchase price limits 13 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Minnesota Housing: Step Up Information Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Comments Statewide Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) 11 Co. Metro Rochester MSA Balance of State - 1-2 person $83,900 $81,300 $73,900 3+ person $96.485 $93,495 $84,985 The program utilizes industry-standard loan products. Minnesota Housing provides affordable interest rates and access to the Monthly Payment Loan for eligible borrowers. 45% max DTI; 50% max DTI with 660+ credit score. 97% LTV limit for conventional (HFA Preferred Risk Sharing / HFA Preferred) Each loan file contains both program eligibility and credit underwriting qualifying income. To calculate eligibility income, use the Eligibility Income Worksheet found on www.mnhousing.gov. To calculate qualifying income, use the loan product guidelines. Income not considered Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Qualifying income guidelines Rental income Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Qualifying income guidelines Gross up non-taxable income Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Qualifying income guidelines Adjustment to gross income Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Qualifying income guidelines Maximum House Price First-time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment and closing cost loan options Acquisition cost limit: 11 Co Metro - $298,125 Balance of State - $237,031 No Step Up is available for non-first-time homebuyers and refinances borrowers. Single-family homes, duplexes, condos and townhomes Community Land Trust properties are eligible Yes Premium SRP option allows refinance borrowers to reduce out-of-pocket closing costs. Visit: www.mnhousing.gov 1 Minnesota Housing DPA options is available: Monthly Payment Loan Buyer's minimum investment Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Mortgage insurance Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Closing costs No Work history Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Credit history Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Chapter 7 Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Chapter 13 Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Liens Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Foreclosure Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Judgments Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Collection accounts Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Education requirements Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) Amortization Cash reserves Purchase rehab option 15 or 30 years Other approved Community Seconds are also eligible. Monthly Payment Loan not eligible if utilizing the Premium SRP option. The lower of $1,000 or 1% of the purchase price is required for borrowers receiving Monthly Payment Loan . Lenders may charge $200 funding fee and $85 tax service fee 640 minimum credit score (if a score is available). ). Higher credit score required for some products. Some products require amortization of 30 years. Depends on product guidelines (FHA, RD, VA, Conventional) A purchase repair option (FHA 203(k) Streamlined) is available. Lenders must apply to Minnesota Housing’s Master Servicer in order to participate in this option. Contact Minnesota Housing for more details. Updated: April 2014 14 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Minnesota Housing – Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) Program Homebuyer Tax Credit available through the MCC Program—provides tax savings of up to $2,000 each year the borrower is in the home. First-time homebuyers receive a Mortgage Credit Certificate that allows them to claim 35% of their mortgage interest as a federal income tax credit each year (worth up to $2,000/year). Provides an affordable, low-interest Minnesota Housing first mortgage and access to the Minnesota Housing Monthly Payment Loan for down payment/closing costs. Please refer to the MCC Program Manual and MCC Term Sheets available on Minnesota Housing’s website for complete program guidelines. Benefits: Tax Credit to reduce your federal income tax liability up to $2,000 per year Minnesota Housing home mortgage loan with low, affordable interest rates Optional Minnesota Housing Monthly Payment Loan to cover down payment and/or closing costs Lower private mortgage insurance rates for conventional-insured loans—only 3% down payment needed Conventional, no-MI product available—only 3% down payment needed FHA 203(k) Streamlined purchase/repair product option available Eligibility Requirements: Borrowers may be eligible for Start Up if they meet the following criteria: Are a first-time homebuyer Have an income at or below prescribed Minnesota Housing income limits Purchase a home under the Minnesota Housing home cost limits ($298,125 for 11-county metro; $237,031 for balance of state) Have a minimum 640 credit score; some products require a higher credit score Maximum debt-to-income ratio (DTI) of 45%;DTI of 50% allowed with a 660+ credit score Home Stretch or Framework (www.hocmn.org) required for borrowers with conventional loans or for borrowers using Minnesota Housing down payment/closing cost loans Income & Purchase Price Limits: Visit Minnesota Housing’s website, Minnesota Housing income limits, Minnesota Housing purchase price limits 15 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Minnesota Housing – Fannie Mae HFA Preferred Risk Sharing™ The Fannie Mae HFA Preferred Risk Sharing™ product allows eligible homebuyers to get a conventional mortgage with no mortgage insurance with only a 3% down payment. HFA Preferred Risk Sharing™ is available exclusively through state housing finance agencies (HFAs) and is offered under Minnesota Housing’s Start Up and Step Up programs and the MCC (with First Mortgage) option. Additional product information is available on Minnesota Housing’s website. Benefits: No mortgage insurance required Start Up/ Step Up/MCC (with First Mortgage) income limits 97% loan-to-value (LTV) ratio Eligibility Requirements: Have an income at or below Start Up/ Step Up/MCC (with First Mortgage income limits Purchase or refinance a home under the Minnesota Housing home cost limits 680 credit score if using DU®; 700 if using LP® Maximum DTI of 45% Manual underwriting not allowed. Ratios, reserves and other requirements are determined by DU® Minnesota Housing Monthly Payment Loan may be used with HFA Preferred Risk Sharing™. Other Fannie Mae approved Community Seconds® are allowed. Minnesota Housing Deferred Payment Loan and HOME HELP are not allowed with HFA Preferred Risk Sharing™ Single-family homes, townhomes, approved condos and PUDs Home Stretch or Framework (www.hocmn.org) is required for Start Up and MCC borrowers Income & Purchase Price Limits: Visit Minnesota Housing’s website, Minnesota Housing income limits, Minnesota Housing purchase price limits 16 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Section 184 Indian Home Loan Guarantee Program Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Income not considered Rental income Information Comments Entire State, On or Off Tribal Land. For participating Tribes. For Participating List or http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/publ ic_indian_housing/ih/homeownership/184/tribal_list Verification of enrollment is required at application. For approved Lender List visit (see MN): http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices /public_indian_housing/ih/homeownership/184/lender_list Maximum 41% debt-to- income Debt-to-income ratio exceeding 41% may be acceptable if significant compensating factors are presented. No maximum income All income considered Must be demonstrated by tax return, shown as income. Gross up non-taxable income None Adjustment to gross income None Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Work history Credit history Chapter 7 Chapter 13 Liens Foreclosure Cannot excess the lessor of: 150% of the current median home price, or FHA limit No Single family homes (1-4 units) and must be primary residence. Existing Home, Construction for New Home, Purchase and Rehab; including Current Home. Can be used to refinance current loan. Market Rate, Not based on Credit Score or History. 2.25% loans > $50,000; 1.25% loans <$50,000 Allows gifts, down payment assistance. None No. Onetime upfront fee, 1% of loan. Upfront fee can be financed into the loan. 6 months stable employment accepted if able to document 2 years of employment prior to absence from workforce. Gaps greater than 30 days must be explained. No late payments in the past 12 months on all accounts Nontraditional credit accepted Two years from the date of discharge. No bankruptcy in the past 24 months. One year of good payment history; judge allows mortgage. No bankruptcy in the past 24 months. Same standard for Debt Management Plans. Federal liens must be current, paid or satisfied. No liens in the past 24 months. 3 years since completion of foreclosure. Judgments Paid in Full Prior to Closing No judgments in the past 24 months. Collection accounts Paid in Full Prior to Closing No accounts converted to collection in the past 12 months. All collections must have been paid in full 12 months prior to the date of application. Not required; strongly encouraged Home Stretch and Framework are accepted. 30 years If leasing tribal land a 50year lease is required. Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Purchase rehab option Not required Used to rehab current home. Updated: April 2014 17 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 US Bank Home Mortgage –American Dream Information Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Income not considered Statewide 41% single family Higher housing ratio may be considered 80% of Area Median Income, total household income No income limit if purchasing in a low/mod census tract. Maximum may vary if using assistance Self-employed, part-time income less than 1 year Rental income Yes Gross up non-taxable income Yes Adjustment to gross income 25% Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Work history Credit history Comments 75% can be used with history Standard Fannie / Freddie conforming limits Maximum conforming limits No Cannot own other property 1-2 units, condos, townhomes Primary residence only Yes, rate and term only. Contract for Deed allowed with 1 year of on time payment history Case by case basis only At or below market rate Contact Lender for details $3,000 USBHM assistance $3000 Acquisition Assistance, $2,500 Rehab Gap Assistance Fico score of 640 or greater, or no credit score using alternative credit, requires minimum investment of $1,000 or 2% of the purchase price (whichever is less). FICO scores less than 640 require a minimum investment of 3% of the purchase price. Minimum investment must be from borrower's own sources No Portfolio loan Seller can pay on behalf of the buyer up to 6% Minimum 2 year continuous stable income Non-traditional credit history accepted. FICO < 640 require a minimum of 3 trade lines with 24 months clean credit history. Max 2/30 revolving lates. No charge offs or collections last 24 months. Minimum 2 yr. continuous stable income, 2 yr. selfemployment or commissioned income. Bank will evaluate likelihood of the continuation of public assistance & parttime income Non-traditional credit: must have three sources: rent receipts, utility payments, telephone or cable bills, or other sources of credit or services for which the borrower has/had a regular financial obligation Must have re-established credit & current situation is such that the events that led to the bankruptcy are not likely to reoccur Chapter 7 At least 2 full years since discharge Chapter 13 At least 1 full year since discharge CCCS will be considered after one year in the program with no late payments and all other credit current Paid in full No exceptions Liens Foreclosure Foreclosure will be considered after 7 years. Short sales, after 4 years with reestablished credit and other criteria. Judgments Paid in full Third party verification required Collection accounts Paid in full Paid in full prior to application or documentation proving participation in a repayment plan for 6 months with creditor Yes, all borrowers Home Stretch is accepted. Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Purchase rehab option 15 to 30 years 1 month PITI for borrowers with FICO scores below 640, 2 months PITI for duplexes. 100% of reserves must be borrowers own funds. Yes. Rehab inspection required. Acquisition + rehab cannot exceed 97% of excepted market value. Rehab must be complete within 60days of closing Repair Escrow Feature available: Health/safety repairs equaling at or below $5,000 may be financed into the loan amount Updated: Jan 2014 18 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 USDA Rural Development 502 Direct Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Information Comments Statewide, Non-metro Eligible communities: population <20,000 Go to USDA eligible communities and click on “Income and Property Eligibility” 29 / 41 very low income; 33/41 low income Must be unable to obtain mortgage loan elsewhere 80% of median income for low; 50% of median income for very low Go to http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/mn/index.htm and click on “Direct Single Family Housing Loans.” Income not considered Rental income Property must be owner occupied Gross up non-taxable income Compensating factor up to 120% Requires next level supervisor approval. See comments. Adjusted for household size Deduct $400 for elderly household and a portion of medical expenses; Deduct $480 per minor child and daycare expenses MN area loan limits vary, check with respective area office Can be participation loan (second) with another lender as first Adjustment to gross income Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Eligible propretores Refinance Interest rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Work history No Single family modest homes, new manufactured homes, townhouses No Currently 3.75% (subject to change monthly) Subsidy subject to recapture 100% of appraised value can be financed: Zero down, closing costs may be financed Payment subsidy may be available None No Minimum 2 years continuous stable income Self-employment income with 2-year history. Non-traditional credit history accepted Must be unable to obtain mortgage loan elsewhere, but have reasonable credit history Chapter 7 At least 3 full years since discharge Mitigating circumstances are considered, waivers allowed Chapter 13 At least 3 full years since discharge Mitigating circumstances are considered, waivers allowed Credit history Liens Foreclosure None 3 years from foreclosure sale Judgments Paid in full Paid in full, 12 months before application Collection accounts Paid in full Paid in full, 6 months before application Required for first time buyer Home Stretch and Framework are accepted. 33 years; 30years for manufactured homes Other terms depending on qualifications. Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Non-retirement assets limited to $15,000 non elderly; $20,000 elderly. Excess assets must be used for purchase/closing cost Purchase rehab option Yes. Acquisition + rehab cannot exceed 100% of the appraised value. Rehab must be complete within 12 months of closing. Only necessary repairs allowed. Lender must approve home, scope of work and contractor. Updated: April 2014 19 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 USDA Rural Development 502 Guaranteed Loans Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Income not considered Rental income Gross up non-taxable income Adjustment to gross income Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Information Comments Statewide, Non-metro Eligible communities: population of <20,000 Go to http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/rhs/ and click on “Income and Property Eligibility” 29 / 41 Exceptions possible with underwriter approval and RD concurrence 115% of the median income for the area Go to http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/mn/index.htm and click on Guaranteed Single Family Housing Loans” All income must be included for income limits Property must be owner occupied 15% to 25% $480 per dependent child plus child care expenses No maximum amount; loan is based on affordability ratios No Eligible properties Existing homes must meet HUD Handbooks 4150.2 & 4905.1 http://www.hud.gov/offices/adm/hudclips/handbooks/hsgh/ Refinance Only on loans that are currently Guaranteed or Direct; upfront guarantee fee 2% , plus .4% annual fee Interest rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Work history Credit history Based on applicable tax rate. Check with investor Repairs may be financed based on value May not exceed Fannie Mae 90-day + 6/10th and rounded up to the nearest 25% 100% of appraised value can be financed; zero down, closing costs can be financed if property value allows No minimum Annual fee of .4% 2% upfront guaranteed fee. Fee can be included in loan above the appraised value. Minimum 2 years continuous stable income Nontraditional credit history accepted. 4 nontraditional credit sources required if no rental history; 3 required with current rent/housing history. Mitigating circumstances are considered; waivers allowed Chapter 7 At least 3 full years since discharge Chapter 13 At least 3 full years since discharge Mitigating circumstances are considered; waivers allowed First lien required Soft seconds allowed for down payment/closing cost programs Liens Foreclosure Judgments 3 years from foreclosure sale Paid in full or subordinated Mortgage requires first lien Collection accounts Paid in full, unless FICO is 640+ and payment not required by lender No accounts turned to collection in last 12 months Education requirements Homebuyer education not required, but recommended for first time buyers May be required by other agencies if using HOA funds Home Stretch and Framework are accepted. Amortization 30 years Cash reserves Not required Purchase rehab option Not available Updated: April 2014 20 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Wells Fargo Bank –Community Development Mortgage Program Information Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Income not considered Rental income Gross up non-taxable income Adjustment to gross income Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Comments Statewide 42% 80% of median income Use specific county median Rental income No Yes Child support, Social Security, SSI, Public Assistance, Workers Comp and Food Stamps. The amount of tax savings attributable to the non-taxable income must be added to the borrower’s income to develop an adjusted gross income. This gross up will be determined using the previous year tax rate from the borrower’s tax returns. If the borrower didn’t need to file taxes due to low income, the gross up is at 25%. $417,000 No Applicants who presently own real estate not eligible unless they sell the property and transfer title. No investment property allowed. One and two family residences, Condos, Townhouses, Modular Homes Must be owner-occupied and principal residence of all buyers. No Market Rate Wells Fargo approved DAPS Max – CLTV: 105% Down payment may be gifted or come from an acceptable Down Payment Assistance program. Max CLTV: 105% No Maximum sellers’ contribution is 3%. Cannot be used for down payment. Minimum 2 year continuous stable income Jobs held do not require similar or direct relation employment Minimum score 640 consisting of at least 3 trade lines. If no credit score, non-traditional credit allowed Non-traditional credit: utility payments, telephone or cable bills, or other sources of credit or services for which the borrower has a regular financial obligation. Chapter 7 At least 2 full year since discharge Borrowers must have re-established credit in the past 24 months, and demonstrated that current situation is such that the events that led to the bankruptcy are not likely to reoccur. Chapter 13 At least 2 full years since discharge Discharged at least 2 year. See comment for Chapter 7 Maximum $500 unpaid at application. Accounts over $500 must be paid 24months prior to application. Must be satisfied before closing. 3 years since discharge No exceptions Work history Credit history Liens Foreclosure Judgments Collection accounts Education requirements Amortization Maximum $500 unpaid at application. Accounts over $500 must be paid 24months prior to application. Maximum $500 unpaid at application. Account over $500 must be paid 24months prior to application. Yes Must be satisfied before closing Must be satisfied prior to closing. At least one buyer must attend all sessions. Home Stretch accepted. 30 years fixed Cash reserves Not required Purchase rehab option Not available Updated: April 2014 21 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014 Wells Fargo Bank – Neighborhood Community Development Mortgage Program Geographic area Ratios Maximum income Income not considered Rental income Gross up non-taxable income Adjustment to gross income Maximum loan amount First time homebuyer only Eligible properties Refinance Interest rate Down payment and/or closing cost assistance program Buyer's minimum investment Mortgage insurance Closing costs Information Comments Determined by www.ffiec.gov/geocode/default.aspx Low to moderate census tract HMC enters address to determine if in a LMI tract 38% 42% if credit score at or above 720 and 6 months of PITI in reserves. No Rental income No Yes Child support, Social Security, SSI, Public Assistance, Workers Comp and Food Stamps The amount of tax savings attributable to the non-taxable income must be added to the borrower’s income to develop an adjusted gross income. This gross up will be determined using the previous year tax rate from the borrower’s tax returns. If the borrower didn’t need to file taxes due to low income, the gross up is at 25%. $417,000 No Applicants who presently own real estate not eligible unless they sell the property and transfer title. One and two family residences, Condos and Townhouses, Modular Homes Must be owner-occupied and principal residence of all buyers. No investment properties No Market Rate Wells Fargo Approved DAPS Max – CLTV: 105% Down payment may be gifted or come from an acceptable Down Payment Assistance program. Max CLTV: 105% No Maximum sellers’ contribution is 3%. Cannot be used for down payment. Minimum 2 years continuous stable income Jobs held do not require similar or direct relation employment Minimum score 680 consisting of at least 3 trade lines. Non-Traditional credit not allowed Chapter 7 At least 2 full year since discharge Borrowers must have re-established credit and demonstrated that current situation is such that the events that led to the bankruptcy are not likely to reoccur. Chapter 13 At least 2 full year since discharge Discharged at least 2 year. See comment for Chapter 7 Maximum $500 unpaid at application. Accounts over $500 must be paid 24months prior to application. Must be satisfied before closing. 3 years since discharge No exceptions Work history Credit history Liens Foreclosure Judgments Collection accounts Education requirements Amortization Cash reserves Purchase rehab option Maximum $500 unpaid at application. Accounts over $500 must be paid 24months prior to application. Maximum $500 unpaid at application. Account over $500 must be paid 24months prior to application. Yes, one borrower Must be satisfied before closing. Must be satisfied prior to closing. At least one buyer must attend all sessions. Home Stretch accepted 30 years fixed If DTI is 38% or less, 2 months of PITI reserves required. If DTI is over 38%, 6 months of PITI reserves required. Not available Updated: April 2014 22 | P a g e Minnesota Homeownership Center April 2014
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