On a $75,000 salary, you could potentially afford a house worth between $250,000 to $300,000, depending on your specific financial situation. This range assumes you have a good credit score and manageable existing debts.
MassHousing (The Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency) is an independent, quasi-public agency created in 1966 to support affordable housing opportunities for Massachusetts residents.
An eligible buyer will meet 3 general criteria. They must be first time homebuyers, they must be under the asset limit of $75,000 (special rules apply to elderly households), and they must meet the income limits listed for each available unit.
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Your credit score must be at least 640 to buy a single family or condo and at least 660 to buy a two/three family home. We also have options for people who don't have any credit history. Agree to live in the property as your primary residence.
For a $250,000 home, you'll likely need a fair to good credit score: 740+: Best rates and terms.
Your credit score must be at least 640 to buy a single family or condo and at least 660 to buy a two/three family home. We also have options for people who don't have any credit history. Agree to live in the property as your primary residence.
The Division of Banks (DOB) is the chartering authority and primary regulator for financial service providers in Massachusetts.
We're the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), a U.S. government agency that makes sure banks, lenders, and other financial companies treat you fairly.
Poor communication, or a lack of responsiveness, is the most common complaint in the mortgage lending process. Both borrowers and referral partners, namely Realtors, want to know that the lines of communication are open when they have a question or need an update.