How
do lenders assess how much I can afford per month?
Generally, lenders calculate that the homebuyer shouldn't
pay more than 30 to 32% of gross income for principal, interest,
taxes, and insurance (PITI), or 40 to 42% for both PITI and
monthly debts combined.
The easiest way to make a quick estimate of the mortgage
amount you may qualify for requires applying the two basic
formulas used by lenders for loan application. Keep in mind
that the loan balance will vary over the term of the loan,
although the monthly payment remains the same.
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