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High-Balance Loans: Requirements, Rates & How to Apply

Conforming loans in high-cost areas with limits above the standard baseline, up to 150% of the conforming limit.

620
Min Credit Score
3%
Min Down Payment
50%
Max DTI
conventional
Category

Key Takeaways

  • Minimum credit score requirement: 620.
  • Minimum down payment: 3% of the purchase price.
  • Maximum debt-to-income (DTI) ratio: 50%.
  • Conforming loans in high-cost areas with limits above the standard baseline, up to 150% of the conforming limit.

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