CalHFA Conventional Loan - Median Income
Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Low Down Payments
Conventional option for California homebuyers with incomes above 80% AMI that can be paired with down payment assistance of up to 3%.
Program Description
30-year fixed rate Conventional mortgage from CalHFA. This loan may be combined with the other government and local down payment assistance grants and bonds, as well as CalHFA's MyHome Assistance Program (up to 3% in assistance). This loan program does not require that the borrowers make less than 80% AMI (Area Median Income), but it also does not have the lower rates and lower mortgage insurance coverage of the low income program.
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CalHFA Conventional Loan - Median Income
Min. Credit Score
680
Min. Down Payment
3%
Max Loan Amount
$726,200 - $1,089,300
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
- 3% down payment can be covered by an assistance program
- Payments on assistance deferred for as long as you reside in the home
- Also available for manufactured homes
- No purchase price limits
- Available in all of California
- Income limit restrictions apply
- Only available for 1-unit primary residences
- Higher credit score requirement than other CalHFA programs
- Higher interest rate than CalHFA's low income conventional option
- Higher mortgage insurance coverage required than low income option
Program Availability
CalHFA Conventional Loan - Median Incomes are available in 1 state.
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“This conventional option can come in handy when using CalHFA's down payment assistance program but you don't meet the limits for the low income program."
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
$159,000 - $300,000
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 loan program option from CalHFA with higher income limits
- Can be combined with CalHFA's MyHome Assistance Program
- Subject to income limits
Additional Conditions
- High balance loan amounts are allowed, but are subject to an additional fee (a percentage of the loan amount)
- Homebuyer education is required if for at least one borrower if any of the borrowers are a first time homebuyer
- Must be a first time homebuyer if combined with down payment assistance
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: eHome's 8-Hour Homebuyer Education or In-Person
CalHFA requires first time homebuyers using their program to complete homebuyer education and counseling. Only one borrower occupying each loan transaction needs to take the course. The course can be taken online through eHome, or in-person or virtually through NeighborWorks America or any HUD-Approved Housing Counseling Agency. The cost of the course varies by agency, and eHome's course costs $99.
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 CalHFA Conventional MI program to help cover all or a portion of your down payment and closing costs, or provide additional borrower benefits.
CalHFA MyHome Assistance Program
|CalHFA Conventional MIThe CalHFA MyHome Assistance Program provides up to 3% in down payment assistance in the form of a deferred payment mortgage.
Max. Loan Amount
$726,200 - $1,089,300
Min. Credit Score
680
Min. Down Payment:
0%
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Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Low Down Payments
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