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Calculate your front-end and back-end Debt-to-Income (DTI) ratios to evaluate mortgage and loan approval eligibility.
Includes Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance (PITI).
Rating: Acceptable (Standard qualified mortgage limit)
Distribution of monthly income toward debt versus retained income
How lenders evaluate DTI ratios for conventional, FHA, and VA loans.
| DTI Range | Eligibility Status | Lender Action |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 35% | Excellent | Eligible for best interest rates and conventional terms |
| 36% – 43% | Good / Standard | Qualified Mortgage (QM) limit for most lenders |
| 44% – 50% | Caution | Requires higher credit score, larger down payment, or FHA |
| > 50% | High Risk | Difficult to qualify for standard mortgages |
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