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There are certain circumstances where saving for a down-payment is not a feasible option for clients. It can be challenging to put away such a large sum of money with the number of day to day costs people have. But as many people know, without a down payment, you can’t purchase a home, right? Not 100% true. We have worked with clients in the past to qualify them for a “Flex-Down” Mortgage product that allows clients to start building equity in their home, without having to save up for the down payment. Although a zero down payment mortgage does not exist, this type of mortgage product can allow you to pull your down payment from another credit source.
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What is a Flex-Down Mortgage?
A Flex-Down Mortgage is a mortgage product that has a flexible down payment amount. There is still a down-payment required, but it will vary based on the property value.
- For a property valued under than or equal to $500,000, 5% down payment is required (sources available below)
- For a property valued at greater than $500,000 and less than $1,000,000 –5% down payment is required up to $500,000 with an additional 10% down payment on the portion of the home value above $500,000.
Flex-down mortgages can only be on first mortgages, not second or third or used in refinance situations. As noted above, the total property value has to be less than $1,000,000. This type of mortgage will also have insurance included with it—the premium will be lesser of the premium as a % of the total new loan amount or the premium as a % of the top-up portion additional loan based on the rates at that time.
Those that choose to go with this type of mortgage product will have to meet requirements, just like any other mortgage. There are a few specifications with this product:
- You must show that you have standard income and employment verification papers
- A credit score of 650 or higher is highly recommended
- You must have no previous bankruptcies
- Some lenders may still require you to have some of the down payment from your own resources
Those considering this type of mortgage are recommended to have very little debt and be able to accommodate the additional cost of higher mortgage insurance (due to the higher risk to the lender on this type of mortgage). Typically, the insurance premium would be 0.2% higher on a flex down mortgage.
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Once you have checked off those boxes, then you are able to consider a Flex-Down Mortgage and move onto obtaining a source for the down payment. This is where the “Flex” in flex down comes in. A Flex Down Mortgage allows you to obtain your down payment through a credit source. This can include:
- A Credit Card
- Personal Line of Credit (not from the institution that Is funding the mortgage)
- Personal Loan (this can be from a family member, friend, etc. but the person must not be tied to the sale of the home)
This type of mortgage product can be an excellent option if you don’t quite have enough for the down payment. Are you interested in learning more about this mortgage product? Contact us and let us show you how a Flex mortgage can make the home of your dreams happen sooner than you think!
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GLM Mortgage Group, powered by Dominion Lending Centres, is your Vancouver and Lower Mainland Mortgage Brokerage service. We are always ready to move forward with you to obtain the mortgage you need with the sharpest mortgage rate available. Whether it’s a fixed rate or variable rate mortgage you are after, we are dedicated to finding the best mortgage rates in Vancouver, including Home Loans, Consolidation Loans, Lines of Credit and more. No matter what you need, our team of Mortgage Specialists will follow through to find the best mortgage product that fits your individual circumstances. Our free online mortgage calculator keeps you informed on how much your mortgage payment will be as well as show how different mortgage rates will affect the mortgage you require.As your Vancouver mortgage broker, GLM Mortgage is committed to clear communication with our clients. We make sure you are informed on all the mortgage options available to you. We call you back within 90 minutes to make sure that you have the fastest service available.
We are not only available in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, we are also available across Canada.GLM Mortgage Group is your Vancouver mortgage specialist. With over 22 years of experience in the investment industry we know how to wade through the challenging process of getting a mortgage. We provide smarter options to putting your mortgage in place. We know how important it is to have an experienced professional Mortgage Specialist available to walk through your mortgage experience and stay with you through to the very end.We get you a fast “YES” at the sharpest rate… guaranteed! Call us now so that you can get that mortgage you’ve been waiting for. We already have been working for you, making sure that you will have every option of a mortgage available to you. GLM Mortgage Group is on call for you!
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