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Down payment and closing cost assistance is available.

Dreaming of the perfect new home? It might be easier than you think. With the wide number of assistance programs, loan products, and services, those dreams can be your reality.

 

You may be able to buy a house without putting any money down.

One of the most common misconceptions when it comes to getting a mortgage is the down payment requirement. But here’s what you need to know: you may be able to own your own home without putting any money down.1
 
At United, we’ve designed a unique loan to help make homeownership possible for more people, regardless of how much they do or don’t have for a down payment.
 
We developed our PATH loan2 to allow buyers to take advantage of a 0% down, fixed-rate mortgage up to $726,200. Fixed-rate means your monthly payment won’t change over the life of the loan, making it easier to budget without worrying that your interest rate will change. You also don’t need perfect credit—PATH comes with a 640 minimum FICO score.

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How much house could you afford?

Most financial advisors recommend spending no more than 28% of your gross monthly income on housing. Let’s put that into real numbers for you: for someone earning a salary of $40,000, that 28% comes out to $11,200. Break that out over 12 months, and you’re looking at a mortgage payment of about $933.
 
You’ll also want to consider the other debt you carry (things like your car payment, student loans, etc.). Experts say your total debt, including what you pay for housing, shouldn’t be more than 36% (that’s about $14,400 on a $40,000 salary).

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Let's talk about credit.

Your credit score gives lenders a general idea of how likely you are to pay off debt. Generally speaking, the higher the score, the more likely it is that the borrower is going to make payments on time and keep their account in good standing.
 
With PATH, a borrower isn’t automatically declined if their credit score doesn’t meet traditional guidelines. The loan could be a great option for you if you’re a recent college grad who hasn’t built credit yet, if you prefer cash and don’t have credit or bank history, or if you haven’t re-established credit after bankruptcy.
 
Credit is also just one of the factors in the mortgage application process. In addition to your credit score, our team will review your debt-to-income ratio (how much you owe vs. how much you make), your employment, and your assets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use cash for my down payment?

Yes and no. Because you need to source where the down payment comes from, you’ll need to use money that’s in a checking or savings account with your name on it instead of actual cash in hand. You can either bring a cashier’s check to closing or have the money wired from the bank to the attorney. The final answer depends on the attorney, so make sure to ask them what exactly you should do.
 

How does the application process work?

Your first step is to talk to one of our mortgage experts (an MLO). After that conversation, we’ll determine the best loan products and interest rates available to you based on information you provide. Be prepared to share bank statements, W2s, paystubs, tax returns (in some cases), and a government issued ID. We use a secure, digital portal to collect and make it easy to share all of these documents.  
 
The PATH loan also requires proof of your last 12 months of rental payments, so if you’re interested in this option, it’ll be helpful to have those on hand. You can use canceled checks used to pay rent, get a letter from your landlord, or provide bank statements showing a recurring debit from your bank account.

What is the difference between interest rate and APR?

The mortgage interest rate is the rate you’re paying to borrow money, and the APR is the cost of obtaining the loan over time (so it will always be higher than the interest rate). The APR takes certain fees associated with the loan into account and then breaks it into a yearly rate.
 

What are the steps to buy a home?

There are a lot of moving parts to the home buying process – and just about as many people! You’ll work with your lender, real estate agent, the seller, the listing agent, home inspector, maybe a transaction coordinator or two – the list goes on and on. So where do you even start? Click here for the details: https://www.ucbi.com/support/learning-center/steps-to-buying-a-home/
 

What is a debt-to-income ratio and how do I calculate it?

Debt to income (DTI) is the percentage of your gross income that goes toward your monthly debt (or bills). You calculate DTI by dividing your monthly debt by your monthly gross income. For example, if you bring in $4,000 in income each month and pay $2,000 in bills, your DTI is 50%.
 

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1Private mortgage insurance may be required for financing above 80% loan to value.
2Limited to FL, GA, NC, SC, and TN. Not all borrowers will qualify. This is not a commitment to lend. Subject to normal credit underwriting criteria. Offer subject to change without notice.