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Jumbo loan.

Financing above the conforming limit for a higher-priced home, with the documentation and trade offs explained before anything is offered.

Jumbo loan, at a glance.

What it is

A mortgage larger than the limit Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will buy in your county. It follows its own guidelines.

Often used for

Homes priced above the local conforming limit, in markets where that is common or for a larger property.

Keep in mind

Jumbo loans usually ask for more down, stronger credit and cash reserves. Your loan officer tells you where you stand before you apply.

How it works

  1. 1

    Tell us about the home and your finances

    Price range, what you have for a down payment and a picture of your income and assets.

  2. 2

    Your loan officer compares jumbo options

    Fixed against adjustable, and jumbo against a conforming loan with a larger down payment where that is possible.

  3. 3

    You choose, then we close

    Pre-approval, offer, appraisal and closing. Support continues after.

Who it tends to fit.

A higher-priced home

The price is above the conforming limit where you are buying.

Strong credit

Your score and history support a larger loan.

Reserves set aside

You have savings beyond the down payment and closing costs.

Documented income

Your income can be shown clearly, whether salaried or self-employed.

In some cases a larger down payment brings the loan under the conforming limit and improves the terms. Your loan officer runs both.

Questions about jumbo loans.

What is the conforming limit?

The maximum loan size Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will purchase, set each year and higher in high-cost counties. Your loan officer tells you the figure where you are buying.

How much down is needed?

More than many conventional loans, and it varies with the loan size and your profile. Your loan officer gives you the figure for your situation.

Are jumbo rates higher?

Not always. Pricing depends on the market and your profile, and your loan officer shows you where it stands.

What documentation is needed?

Typically fuller income and asset records than a conforming loan. Your loan officer gives you a checklist up front.

Can a jumbo loan be adjustable?

Yes. Fixed and adjustable options exist, and which fits depends on how long you plan to keep the loan.

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