You are a loan originator and you have a new couple, Pat and Kris as customers who are wanting to apply for a mortgage loan. They are new to homebuying and have a lot of questions. They have done quite a bit of research online and know a few of the correct questions to ask when applying for a home loan but could still really need guidance on finding the right solution to their homebuying needs. Their real estate agent has referred them to you.

When they call to set up an appointment, you inform them of the information that they will need to bring in with them to application. Pat is 22 and has been self employed for the past four years, and Kris is 23 and is a recent college graduate and has beginning her first year as a school teacher.

In the initial phone call, they offer up to tell you that they are looking at a two bedroom home with the a sales price of $150,000.00. They have $18,000.00 to put towards down payment, closing costs and prepaid expenses. It is in an up and coming neighborhood where homes are just now beginning to be renovated and sold. This home has recently been renovated and put on the market by a home flipper.

You set a time for Pat and Kris to come in for the loan application. You are in the process of going thru the loan application. This is the time where you need to ask appropriate questions relating to their financial situation, current and future, that will help you as a loan originator to appropriate loan scenario for Pat and Kris. Thru interviewing Pat and Kris, you determine that they are planning on being in the house a maximum of 7 years. As a teacher, Kris has a contract for $45,000 per year. Pat being self employed shows on tax returns and income of $30,000 per year. They have currently monthly debt of $823 per month that includes a car lease and credit card bills. Kris also has a Student loan for $42,000.00 that is in deferment for the next three months. It will have a payment of $323.00 per month when out of deferment.

What would their maximum loan payment be based on the parameters provided based on a maximum debt to income ratio of 43%?What would their maximum loan payment be based on the parameters provided based on a maximum debt to income ratio of 43%?

$6250 monthly X 43% = 2687.00

1) Math Breakdown:

What would their maximum allowable debt be based on a maximum debt to income ratio of 43%?

The lender has maximum qualifying ratios of 28% for housing to income and 43% for total debt to income. What would their maximum loan payment (PITI) qualify for (after taking into account their other monthly debts)?

Using the following numbers to answer the question "Would Pat and Kris be able to purchase this house?" (explain your reasoning)

761 Principal and Interest

150.00 Monthly Homeowners Insurance

165.00 Monthly Taxes

121.00 Monthly Private Mortgage Insurance

Don't forget to take into account other monthly debt obligations.