The State of Texas -- Mortgage Revenue Bond Program (MRB)

CDCB partners with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to provide a 30 year fixed interest rate mortgage loan. Monthly payments start at $500, depending on the loan amount and include principal, interest, taxes and insurance. 3% Payment is required.

Details:

Target Market
Families interested in purchasing a new home in the Cameron County area earning under 120% of the AMFI.
Owner Equity
Minimum equity of 3% of sales price.
Mortgage Financing:
Depending on bond rate
Private Sector Financing:
100% of loan amount
4% of loan amount gift for Closing Cost and Downpayment for qualified applicants when available.
Public Sector Financing:
Up to $10,000 from CDCB for Downpayment & Closing Costs. For qualified participants (80% or below of AMFI) when available.
Average Sales Price/
Mortgage Loan Amount:
$70,000 for purchases of CDCB Subdivisions homes.
Mortgage Qualifying Ratios:
31/43 for new construction


Requirements for the Texas - MRB program
  1. Minimum of $1,500 gross monthly income;
  2. 3% downpayment;
  3. Consistent work history or steady income from other sources;
  4. Reasonable credit status;
  5. Completion of Home Buyers Education classes
MRB Underwriting Guidelines:

Underwriting Items
MRB Loan Program
Max. LTV/CLTV
97.75%>$50,000
98.75%<$50,000
Max Loan Amount
FHA Max. per area
Loan Terms
30 years
Interest Rate
Bond rate
Purchase/Refinance
Purchase/Rate/Term
Owner of Lot
No
Lot Equity
Lower of cost or appraised value
Properties
Single family residence
Occupancy
Owner Occupied
Down Payment
Approx. 3%
DAP Assistance
Qualified Borrowers
Qualifying Ratios
29/41 fixed/existing
31/43 fixed/new const.
Exceptions may be considered with compensating factors
Credit
FHA Guidelines
MI Coverage or Guarantee Fee
MI 1.50% up front financeable + .5% per month
Homebuyer Training
Required
Cash Reserves
None
Geographic Restrictions
Cameron County
Income Limits
Assisted – 80% below AMFI
Non-Assisted -- None
Non-Perm Residents/Aliens
Yes
Limit on Seller Contribution
6%
Origination Fee
Standard
Forms Required
FHA
Temporary BuyDowns
No
1st Time Homebuyers
Yes; No if in target area
Closing Costs
Limited by FHA/HOC
Premium Pricing/Gift/Grant OK

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