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Louisville Kentucky Mortgage Lender for FHA, VA, KHC, USDA and Rural Housing Kentucky Mortgages: Kentucky VA Mortgage Qualifying Guidelines

Louisville Kentucky Mortgage Lender for FHA, VA, KHC, USDA and Rural Housing Kentucky Mortgages: Kentucky VA Mortgage Qualifying Guidelines:   NMLS ID. 57916, NMLS ID. 1364 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER CALL/TEXT 502-905-3708 www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org subject to credit and income qualifyi...


  • Min 580 FICO (Refer /Eligible thru DU or LP)- Refer Eligible
  • 580 + Cash Out Refi's up to 100% (approved eligible)
  • No DTI cap - follow AUS findings
  • VA- REFER/ELIGIBLE - 50% max ratio
  • No VOR unless required by DU findings (unless VA Refer)

KENTUCKY VA MORTGAGE QUALIFYING GUIDELINES





 




Joel Lobb
Mortgage Loan Officer
Individual NMLS ID #57916

American Mortgage Solutions, Inc.

Text/call:      502-905-3708
fax:            502-327-9119
email:
          kentuckyloan@gmail.com

 








100% Financing Zero Down Payment Kentucky Mortgage Home Loans for Kentucky First time Home Buyers: Kentucky VA Home Loan Guidelines



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Kentucky VA Home Loan Guidelines


Minimum History of Employment


A minimum of 2 year history in the same industry/line of work is required in most
instances but it’s not a universal rule.
Recent graduates can satisfy the two year requirement by providing proof of
schooling with a degree for the line of work you are now
employed in.
Active duty members do not need a two year history as
long as the minimum service requirement for eligibility
has been met.

Self employed borrowers must always have a two year history of self
employment and must show a two year history of filed tax returns to meet the
24 month requirement.


Income Calculations

If you are salaried, your base income will be used to qualify you for the loan.
However, if you are an hourly employee with varied hours, more than likely, your income will be averaged
over an extended period such as 18 or 24 months depending on the situation.
Overtime, bonuses, commission and part time employment must have a 24 history in order to be included
in the qualifying income. The income will be averaged out over 24 months. Verification of likelihood to
continue will also be required.
Non taxable income can be grossed up to account for the non-taxable status.
Retirement, Disability, alimony and child support income does not require a 2
year history but verification that it will continue for at least 3 years is required in
order for it to be included.


ASSETS


No down payment does not mean no cash needed
As mentioned in the closing cost section, there are fees that will need to be paid as part of your home
purchase or refinance.

You must have sufficient funds to cover any closing costs or fees not paid by the
seller or lender credit.
VA does not require additional cash to cover a certain number or mortgage
payments or unplanned expenses (cash reserves), however, your ability to
accumulate liquid assets and the amount of assets currently available is taken into
consideration in the overall credit worthiness analysis.

Allowable source of funds

Funds for your down payment, closing costs and other expenses can come from:
• Checking/savings accounts
• Investment accounts
• Retirement account
Gift funds from a relative are an allowed source of funds to cover down payment and or closing costs.
The gift will need to be verified and paper trailed via bank statements and a gift letter will need to be signed
by your and the gift donor .

Funds from unsecured loans (signature loans, credit card advances) or funds that can not be documented
are not acceptable source of funds.

Federal regulations require that all deposits into your account be documented.
In the instance of payroll deposits, nothing will need to be done if the deposit shows as a Direct Deposit
from your employer.
All other deposits will need to be explained and documented.


 
Debt to Income Ratios


A debt to income ratios is the percentage of your total debt obligation, including the new estimated
mortgage payment, all debts shown on your credit report, as well as alimony, child support etc, as
compared to your gross qualifying income.
EXAMPLE

The rule of thumb is that your debt to income ratio should not exceed 50% of the usable, gross monthly
income. However, higher percentages can be approved.
In addition to the debt to income ratio requirements, VA also has residual income requirements. VA residual
income looks at how much income is available after all monthly liabilities, including tax withholdings,
utilities and child care, are accounted for.


Residual Income By Region

For loan amounts of $80,000 and above
Family
Size

Northeast Midwest South West
1 $450 $441 $441 $491
2 $755 $738 $738 $823
3 $909 $889 $889 $990
4 $1025 $1033 $1033 $1117
5 $1062 $1039 $1039 $1158
over 5 Add $80 for each additional member up to a family of

seven
2400/5000= 48%

Deferred student loans

If student loan repayments are scheduled to
begin within 12 months of the date of loan
closing, the anticipated monthly payment will
be included.
If you are able to provide evidence that the
loan(s) will be deferred for a period outside
that time frame, the payment will not be
included.
Qualifying income: $5000
New mortgage payment: $2000
All other obligations: $400

Monthly debt payments
The payments shown on
your credit report will be
used to qualify you. If the
payments are incorrect,
you will be asked to
provide proof of the correct
payment.

Co-signed loans

If you co-signed for someone on a loan and
that loan is showing on your credit report, the
payment will be included in the ratios unless
you are able to provide evidence that the other
person on that loan has been making the
monthly payments from an account that you
are NOT a co-owner on.

Alimony/child support

You will be expected to
truthfully declare that
you pay alimony or child
support. You will be asked
to provide your divorce
decree and/or child support
order to verify the amounts.


Non-purchasing spouse

You should be aware that if you purchasing a home
in a community property state such as California
and are married, your spouse’s credit report will be
required. His/her debts will be included in the ratio
calculations even if he/she is not going to be on the
purchase or loan.


Documentation Checklist

The following is a general list of documentation required for a home loan application.

Not all items will apply to your situation

CREDIT / IDENTIFICATION/ ELIGIBILITY
F Copy of driver’s license or other photo I.D.
F Copy of divorce decree
F Copy of bankruptcy papers, including all schedules and discharge, and credit explanation letter for
reason for bankruptcy.
F Letter of explanation on any late payments, collections, charge off’s or derogatory credit
F Letter of explanation for all recent credit inquiries
F DD214 if not active duty or Statement of service if active duty
EMPLOYMENT/INCOME
F Pay stubs (LES) for the most recent 30 days available
F W-2's for the previous two years
F Federal tax returns for the previous two years. All pages and schedules must be included
F If self-employed, provide all pages and schedules of last two years’ business tax returns and
corporate K-1's
F Award letter for Social Security benefits, disability or Pension
F Proof of receipt of child support, alimony or any other non-employment source of income
ASSETS
F Provide ALL pages of most recent 2 months’ statements for all accounts; including all checking, savings,
stocks, IRA, 401k, etc. The statements must show your name, account number and the name of the
banking institution. Any non-payroll deposits will have to be explained and documented.
F If funds to close will come from a gift, complete the gift letter (will be provided to you) and the following:
F From the donor - bank statements showing the funds in the donor's account and a copy of the check
from the donor's account
F From you - a copy of the deposit slip showing the gift check deposited into your account
F If funds to close are from sale of home
F Estimated closing statement showing anticipated proceeds
F Copy of final closing statement and deposit slip showing proceeds deposited into bank account
PROPERTY
F Select your insurance agent and provide agent's name, address, and phone number
F If refinance, or if you will be retaining your current home or own other property
F Current mortgage statement
F Copy of insurance declaration page
F If you’re currently renting, provide your Landlord’s name, phone number and address.
F 12 months canceled rent checks will be necessary for private landlords. If you live with a family member,
letter stating you live rent-free will be required


Kentucky VA Funding Fee Changes for 2020 Mortgages




The Kentucky VA funding fee status is specified on the Certificate of Eligibility (COE). The standard funding fees as shown

below may be financed in the loan amount. The COE indicates the exempt status as follows:

• A Veteran receiving disability compensation (or would be eligible for disability, but is receiving

retirement pay or active service pay)

• A surviving spouse of any Veteran who died during active duty or from a service-connected disability.

The surviving spouse must be in receipt of the Dependency and Indemnity Compensation

• A Veteran who is rated as eligible to receive compensation from a pre-discharge disability examination

or review of existing medical evidence that results in the issuance of a memorandum rating before the

loan closes

If the COE does not reflect the exemption and the Veteran believes he/she is exempt, obtain the following:

• An updated COE within three days of closing using the ‘Correct’ function in WebLGY, or

• For an active duty service member who indicates they have a pre-discharge claim pending, the RLC must

be contacted by email to assist with obtaining a proposed or memorandum rating to determine if the

Service member may be exempt from paying the funding fee. If a proposed or memorandum rating is

not obtained prior to closing, the Service member will not be eligible for a funding fee exemption

Funding Fees

Type of Loan Down Payment First-time Use Subsequent Use

Purchase & Construction Loans



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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR KENTUCKY VA MORTGAGE LOANS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR KENTUCKY VA MORTGAGE LOANS





What Does Having Basic Entitlement of $36,000 Mean?
The $36,000 does not represent the maximum loan amount you can obtain through the VA Home Loan Program. The figure merely provides evidence to your lender that you have full VA entitlement.
With this entitlement and underwriter approval, you can obtain a loan in an amount up to $417,000; some high cost counties have even higher limits.
I Now Have My COE, What Do I Do Next?
 Contact any VA approved lender and start the loan process. Do note that the COE does not guarantee you a VA loan; you still must qualify based upon your income and credit.
How Do I Apply For a Loan?
VA does not do any direct lending, and as such VA does not accept loan applications from veterans. You must contact a VA approved lender in order to apply for a VA loan. For more information about VA loans, visit www.benefits.va.gov/homeloans/.
What is the VA Interest Rate?
VA does not establish interest rates or closing costs for VA loans. Rates are negotiable between you and your lender. It is advisable to obtain quotes from at least three different lenders.
What is the Minimum Credit Score Required for a VA loan?
VA has no minimum credit score requirement. However, the lender you choose to do business with may have such a requirement.
What Types of Property Does My COE Cover?
The VA Home Loan program guarantees loans for real property that is to be used by the veteran as a primary residence. The program does not cover vacation homes, vacant land, multiplexes in excess of four units, motorhomes, small business loans, or commercial buildings.
Can I Use My VA Entitlement to Refinance?
Yes. You can refinance any type of loan on your property using your VA entitlement.
Why Does My COE Reflect a Paid-in-Full Loan With No Restoration of Entitlement?
In order for entitlement to be restored, the prior VA loan must be paid in full and the property disposed of. If you no longer own the property, please state as such on your application form 26- 1880 and resubmit. Do note that you can obtain a restoration of entitlement without disposing of the property when the loan is paid in full on a one time basis
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