FHA loans to borrowers with 580+ credit scores!!

Michael Dewvall and First American Mortgage Trust offer some alternatives that few lenders are still pursuing.


True Manual Underwriting Makes the Difference!! For 580-619 credit score borrowers we look for simple basic requirements and strong compensating factors to make your LOAN APPROVED!

Basic Requirements for consideration of a 580-619 credit score borrower:

a. Borrowers must have 3.5% downpayment from their own funds

b. Borrowers must have 4 months PITI reserves

c. Payment shock can be no more than 200%

d. Debt Ratios must be under 31/43

e. 12 months verified rental history via canceled checks or institutional VOR

f. All collections in the last 24 months must be paid off including medical (unless under $1,000)

g. Loan must meet basic FHA guidelines outlined in FHA handbook (4155)

Strong Compensating Factors for 580-619 credit score borrowers should include at least one of the following:

a. Long, stable job history (5+ years on same job)

b. Additional downpayment on purchases (at least 5%) or LTV below program maximum

c. DTI at least 5% below maximum allowed of 31/43

d. PITI reserves of 6 months or more

e. Minimal payment shock (125% or less)

f. Refinance that saves the borrower 15% or more per month

g. Current FHA mortgage paid as agreed (0x24)

Contact -
Michael Dewvall

Area Sales Manager (Western United States)
First American Mortgage Trust
(512) 343-0520 Office
(512) 949-5093 E-fax
Michael.Dewvall@NXTLoan.com

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