OHCS Flex Lending Conventional - Low Income
Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Large Down Payments, Low Credit Scores
Oregon Housing Conventional Loan for Low Income Oregon Residents that can be paired with OHSC's Flex Lending Down Payment Assistance (DPA).
This loan program is not available in Spalding County, GA
Program Description
30-year fixed rate Conventional loan for Oregon Residents making less than 80% AMI (Area Median Income) from Oregon Housing. Can be paired with OHSC's Flex Lending Down Payment Assistance (DPA), which provides up to 5% in down payment and closing cost assistance. This program is available to first time and repeat Oregon homebuyers.
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OHCS Flex Lending Conventional - Low Income
Min. Credit Score
620
Min. Down Payment
3%
Max Loan Amount
$726,200
Qualification variables shown here are for 1-Unit Primary Residences, and loan amount ranges vary based on US County. Register Now to see if this loan program is a good fit for you, find your county limits, and find more options for purchasing a home.
Pros & Cons
- Can be combined with up to 5% in assistance
- Reduced mortgage insurance coverage requirements
- Also available for manufactured homes
- Available in all of Oregon
- Subject to 80% AMI and household income limits, which vary by county and household size
- Only available for 1-unit primary residences
- Requires private mortgage insurance (PMI)
Program Availability
OHCS Flex Lending Conventional - Low Incomes are available in 1 state.
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“This Conventional loan option from Oregon Housing can be combined with up to 5% in down payment and closing cost assistance"
Occupancy & Property Types
Qualification factors for this program can vary based on how you intend to occupy the property and what type of property you are purchasing. By registering for a free account , you can check program limits for all property and occupancy types.
Occupancy Types
Available Property Types for Primary Residence
Income & Purchase Price Limits
Your Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI), as well as purchase price and income limits, are important factors when qualifying for a home loan program. By registering for a free account , you can find the exact program limits for this program and others in your area and for your unique scenario.
Debt-to-Income Limit
50.00%
Purchase Price Limit
No Limits
Income Limit
$48,560 - $88,960
Annual Qualifying Income
Qualification variables shown here are for 1-Unit Primary Residences, and loan limit ranges vary based on US County. Amounts may be rounded. Exact amounts can be accessed by registering for a free account.
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Key Features
- Conventional OHCS loan option with reduced mortgage insurance
- Can be combined with Flex Lending DPA (Down Payment Assistance)
- No first time homebuyer requirement
Additional Conditions
- Can be combined with other down payment assistance programs (non-OHCS)
- No minimum borrower investment required
- Non-occupying co-borrower(s) and cosigner(s) allowed
- Borrower(s) must make less than 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) in order to qualify
Other Limitations
In some circumstances, there are specific requirements you must meet or homebuyer education courses you must attend in order to be eligible for the loan program.
No other program limitations
A Homebuyer Education Class may be required for this loan program.
Class Name: NeighborWorks Homebuyer Education Class or Other
Homebuyer education is required only for first time homebuyers, including co-borrowers. Education must be completed through an OHCS Homeownership Center, which can be found on the OHCS website.
Mortgage Insurance & Fees
Most mortgage programs require mortgage insurance when you are financing more than 80% of the purchase price or appraised value. Some programs may also have an associated funding fee, paid at the time of closing, or an annual fee. Learn all about the different fees here.
Required with less than 20% Down Payment
Type: Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)This program requires Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) if you are putting down less than 20% on the home you are purchasing or refinancing.
Type: No Funding Fee
This program does not have a funding fee.
Type: No Annual Fee
This program does not have an annual fee.
Estimated Closing Costs: 2.5%
These amounts are just an estimate. Your closing costs include things like loan origination fees, discount points, appraisal fees, title insurance, taxes, deed recording fees, and other charges.
Grants, Bonds & 2nd Mortgages
There are certain programs that can be combined with this OHCS Flex Conventional LI program to help cover all or a portion of your down payment and closing costs, or provide additional borrower benefits.
OHCS Flex Lending DPA - Silent Second
|OHCS Flex Conventional LIThe Oregon Housing Flex Lending DPA program provides up to 4% in down payment assistance in the form of a deferred payment, forgivable mortgage.
Max. Loan Amount
$726,200
Min. Credit Score
620
Min. Down Payment:
0%
OHCS Flex Focused Demographics DPA - Silent Second
|OHCS Flex Conventional LIThe Oregon Housing Flex Focused Demographics DPA program provides up to 5% in down payment assistance as a deferred payment, forgivable mortgage.
Max. Loan Amount
$726,200
Min. Credit Score
620
Min. Down Payment:
0%
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