What is a Jumbo Loan?

To put it simply: a Jumbo loan is also known as a nonconforming loan, because it exceeds conforming loan limits.

Do I need a Jumbo or Conforming Loan?

There are three main factors that determine if you will need a jumbo loan or a conforming loan, including:

Loan type: FHA and Fannie Mae/ Freddie Mac loans have different limits compared to conforming loans. Your loan type will factor into whether or not you need a jumbo loan.
Location: Conforming loan limits can vary by county. For example, the conventional loan limit for a single family home in San Francisco County, CA is $625,000. However, the conforming loan limit for a single family home in Klamath County, Oregon is $417,000*.
Home type: Conforming loan limits may vary depending on the type of home you are purchasing. A single family home may have a conforming loan limit of $417,000, but a 2-unit, 3-unit, or 4-unit home in that same county may have limits up to $801,950.

What Types of Jumbo Loans are Available?

Jumbo loan programs allow for fixed, adjustable, and even interest only programs. ARMs often offer more attractive rates compared to jumbo fixed rate programs, making it one of the most common jumbo loan type.

Jumbo Loan Requirements vs Conforming Loan Requirements

Jumbo loan requirements are often more stringent compared to conforming loan requirements, due to the increased risk lenders take with larger loan amounts. Here are some examples of how jumbo requirements can vary compared to conforming.

What are Reserves, and What Do I Need to Save for a Jumbo Loan?

Jumbo loan programs may require you to have a certain amount of reserves, the amount of liquid assets you have available after your mortgage has closed and you have paid for your down payment and closing costs.

One month reserve = one mortgage payment, includes taxes, insurance and any assessments.

Jumbo loan reserve requirements may vary from 6 months reserves to 12 months reserves or more. Reserve requirements may vary from one loan program to the next, and may depend on other factors such as your credit score.

There are many reasons why you may need a jumbo loan. You might be purchasing in a highly desirable area

with high property values. You may need a larger home for your growing family. If you do need a jumbo loan, the experienced TBDG Mortgage Adviser, can help you find the loan program that suits your needs.

When you need a larger loan to fit your larger dreams, a jumbo loan may be the answer.

dO’S AND dON’TS WHEN PURCHASING A HOME.

DO

Make and stick to a budget
Pay all your monthly bills on time.
locate and organize income, W-2 and Tax Information
Gather your bank and Investment Statements (If Applicable)
Check with your Loan Officer regarding anything related to your finances.

Don’t

Change jobs, BECOME self-employed or quit your job
change banks
use credit cards, excessively or let accounts fall behind
Omit debts or LIABILITIES from your loan APPLICATION.
Buy Furniture or appliances
Buy a Car, Boat or anything else with a motor
Co-sign for any loans for anyone
Apply for new credit or allow credit inquiries
Make large deposits or withdrawals without checking with your loan officer
Spend money you need to set aside for closing

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