Mortgage Factors Loan to Value
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Mortgage Factors: Understanding Loan to Value
Summary:
When applying for a home loan, understanding the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is crucial as it plays a key role in determining your loan eligibility.
Key Concepts:
When you apply for a home loan, lenders consider several factors, and the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is one of the most important. The LTV ratio compares the appraised value of the property to the amount you wish to borrow. For example, if a home is valued at $200,000 and you seek a $160,000 loan, the LTV ratio is 80%.
Lenders use the LTV ratio to assess risk. A higher LTV ratio means greater risk for the lender as it increases the likelihood that the borrower might default on the loan, leaving the lender with the property. Therefore, if the LTV ratio is high, lenders focus more closely on other application factors such as income and credit history.
The benchmark LTV ratio is often 80%. By putting down a 20% down payment, you present a lower risk to the lender, who assumes you're unlikely to abandon such a significant cash investment.
If you're applying for a mortgage with a high LTV ratio, it's essential to have excellent credit and a solid employment history. Applications featuring 90% or even 100% LTV ratios increase lender sensitivity to risk, making approval more challenging.
In today's market, while the LTV ratio still holds importance, it isn’t as critical as it once was. Many lenders now specialize in high LTV ratio loans. If you're looking at such a loan, consider working with a mortgage broker to find the best deal.
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