GSFA OpenDoors® VA Loan
Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Zero Down
VA program for California Veterans or Active-Duty Military homebuyers with competitive interest rates and up to 6.5% in available assistance.
Program Description
The 30-year fixed VA program from GSFA for veterans and active-duty military can be combined with the OpenDoors® down payment assistance program—which offers up to 6.5% in down payment and closing cost assistance. Loan program is serviced by Gateway Mortgage Group, a division of Gateway First Bank.
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GSFA OpenDoors® VA Loan
Min. Credit Score
620
Min. Down Payment
0%
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 6.5% in assistance
- Flexible qualifying guidelines with perfect credit not required
- Also available for multi-family properties (2-4 units)
- Allows up to 55% DTI (Debt-to-Income)
- No income limits
- Requires the VA Funding Fee
- Not available for manufactured homes
Program Availability
GSFA OpenDoors® VA Loans 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
55.00%
Purchase Price Limit
No Limits
Income Limit
No Limits
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
- VA loan program from GSFA for veterans and active-duty military
- 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
- Non-occupant co-borrowers are not allowed
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 that can satisfy this requirement.
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.
No Mortgage Insurance
This program does not require Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI).
Type: VA Funding Fee
The VA Funding Fee, which ranges between 1.25% - 3.3% of the loan amount, is charged on all VA loans unless the veteran has been entitled 10% or greater in disability.
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 VA program to help cover all or a portion of your down payment and closing costs, or provide additional borrower benefits.
GSFA OpenDoors® Program - Government
|GSFA OpenDoors VAThe GSFA OpenDoors® Government Program provides up to 6.5% 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%
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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.
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Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Zero Down
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Best For: First Time Homebuyers, Zero Down
Rural Housing mortgage option from GSFA for California USDA-designated rural areas that can be combined with closing cost assistance.
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