Low income
First-time or repeat homebuyers
Limited cash for down payment
Credit score ≥ 620; borrowers with credit scores ≥ 680 may get even better pricing
Supplemental boarder or rental income
Looking to purchase or refinance
At least 1 borrower for purchase loans greater than 95% LTV when all occupying borrowers are first-time homebuyers, regardless of the mortgage product chosen.
For HomeReady® and HFA Preferred™ purchase loans, if all occupying borrowers are first-time homebuyers, homeownership education is required for at least one borrower, regardless of LTV.
For borrowers with no credit score, if all borrowers are non-traditional credit, completing homeownership education is required for at least 1 borrower, for all loans.
When homeownership education is required, a minimum of one occupying borrower must complete the Framework homeownership education course. In some situations, borrowers may need to fulfill the requirement in another way. Click here for a list of exceptions. Framework is available in English and Spanish, meets industry standards and consistently receives high marks from learners.
HomeReady Product Matrix HomeReady FAQs
Income Eligibility - Area Median Income Lookup Tool Area Median Lookup Tool Tips
Why Choose HomeReady? HomeReady Factsheet
HomeReady and Standard Mortgage Comparison Non-Occupant Borrower Income Flexibility
Rental and Boarder Income Flexibilities HomeReady Talking Points
HomeReady Overview for Loan Officers How to Originate and Deliver HomeReady Mortgages
How to Check DU for HomeReady Eligibility
Education Requirement Education Requirement FAQs
Framework Homeownership Education Course Homeownership & Housing Counseling FAQs
Certificate of Completion of Housing Counseling (Form 1017)
HomeReady Borrower Checklist HomeReady Toolkit for Real Estate Professionals