GSFA OpenDoors® Conventional Loan - Low Income
Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Low Down Payments
Conventional option for low income California homebuyers that can be paired with down payment assistance of up to 7%.
Program Description
30-year fixed rate Conventional mortgage option from the Golden State Finance Authority (GSFA) for low income California residents, with reduced mortgage insurance coverage levels. This loan may be combined with GSFA's OpenDoors® down payment assistance program, for up to 7% of the first loan amount. Loan program is serviced by Gateway Mortgage Group, a division of Gateway First Bank.
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GSFA OpenDoors® Conventional Loan - 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
- 3% down payment requirement can be covered by an assistance program
- Higher income limits than the GSFA Conventional Low Income loan
- Flexible qualifying guidelines with perfect credit not required
- Reduced mortgage insurance coverage requirements
- 80% AMI income limit restrictions apply
- Not available for manufactured homes or multi-family properties
- Lower income limits than the median income Conventional option
Program Availability
GSFA OpenDoors® Conventional Loan - Low Incomes are available in 1 state.
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“GSFA's programs provide homebuyers the opportunities to purchase a home with little-to-no money out of pocket and without first time homebuyer requirements or perfect credit to qualify."
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
$51,120 - $133,280
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 GSFA with lower income limits
- Can be combined with GSFA's OpenDoors® Program
- Program is NOT limited to first time homebuyers
Additional Conditions
- Homebuyer education is required if for at least one borrower if any of the borrowers are a first time homebuyer
- Limited to owner-occupied primary residences only
- Co-signers and non-occupant co-borrowers are not permitted
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: CreditSmart® Homebuyer U or Other
If all borrowers are first time homebuyers, then it is mandatory to complete approved homebuyer education or counseling. Freddie Mac CreditSmart® Homebuyer U or Fannie Mae HomeView are approved options.
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 GSFA OpenDoors Conventional LI program to help cover all or a portion of your down payment and closing costs, or provide additional borrower benefits.
GSFA OpenDoors® Program - Conventional
|GSFA OpenDoors Conventional LIThe GSFA OpenDoors® Conventional Program provides up to 7% in assistance as a deferred second mortgage with 0% interest and no monthly payments.
Max. Loan Amount
$726,200
Min. Credit Score
620
Min. Down Payment:
0%
Similar Loan Programs
If you think this home loan program may be a good fit for you, you may also want to check out the following programs that share many similarities with the current program.
GSFA OpenDoors® FHA Loan
Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Low Credit Scores, Easy Qualification
FHA program from GSFA for California residents with competitive interest rates and up to 6.5% in down payment and closing cost assistance options.
HFA of Manatee County Conventional- Low Income
Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Low Credit Scores
FHA program for Manatee County, FL residents seeking down payment assistance, offered by the HFA of Manatee County
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