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Jay Sondhi

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NMLS# 286674

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No matter where you are in the home buying process, I can help.

  • As a mortgage loan officer right here in Oakland, I work with you to help you find the right mortgage for your unique situation.
  • You probably have lots of questions. How much house can I really afford? Which type of mortgage best fits my needs? I can help you answer questions like that and I've worked with lots of people in and around Oakland with home financing needs similar to yours.

I'm proud to work for a reputable bank like U.S. Bank, and you can trust me to do what's right for you. So give me a call at 510.731.2887.

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Jay Sondhi

Mortgage Loan Officer

NMLS# 286674

510-731-2887

  • jay.sondhi@usbank.com

  • 510-731-2887

  • 510-908-2661

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Jay Sondhi

Mortgage Loan Officer

NMLS# 286674

510-731-2887

  • jay.sondhi@usbank.com

  • 510-731-2887

  • 510-908-2661

  • Connect when it's convenient for you. Request a call.

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First-time home buyers

Depending on your home-ownership goals, there are several options for first-time home buyer loans Some examples include Federal Housing Administration (FHA), Veterans Affairs (VA) and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) loans, which allow for low to zero down payments for qualified buyers. Conventional loans are another option, and you could qualify with a credit score as low as 620 but you’ll need a more substantial down payment (up to 20% depending on your situation). It’s important to consider the benefits of different loan options before deciding which one is right for you.

To qualify for mortgage loans that are best suited for first-time home buyers, there are general requirements that can include:

  • Credit Score
  • Down payment amount
  • Household income limitations

Your mortgage loan officer can work with you to see if you qualify for any first-time home buyer loans

If you have not owned a home in the last three years, you may be eligible to apply for a first-time home buyer loan and down payment assistance. The requirements for each loan type vary, but they typically are based on your credit score and down payment amount. Contact your mortgage loan officer to see if you qualify.

Jumbo loans

A jumbo loan is a non-conforming loan for single-family homes with loan amounts greater than $726,200. In certain high cost areas, such as Alaska and Hawaii, the conforming limit is up to $1,089,300. To qualify for a jumbo mortgage loan, you must meet the established guidelines for credit score, income and other personal financial information.

Jumbo loans are mortgages that exceed conforming loan limits. The limit on conforming loans is $726,200 in most areas of the country, but jumbo mortgages can exceed these limits. The limit can be as high as $1,089,300 in certain high cost areas, including Alaska and Hawaii.

A VA jumbo loan is a Veterans Affairs (VA) loan that exceeds the conforming loan limit of $726,200 and up to $1,089,300 in high-cost areas such as Alaska and Hawaii. If you’re an active-duty service member, veteran or eligible surviving spouse, and you meet the income and credit requirements, a VA jumbo loan could be an option for you.

Condo buyers

Before buying a condominium, it’s best to determine your lifestyle and budget needs, familiarize yourself with the homeowners’ association and review any condo documents carefully. The process of buying a condo is different from buying a house. While there are similarities, condos typically require an additional approval process to make sure they meet certain standards, including an evaluation of the financial and governance strength of the condo community or building you’re considering. To learn more about how to buy a condo, contact your mortgage loan officer.

Buying a condo can be a great option for first-time home buyers, anyone looking to downsize and investors. Benefits of condo living may include less maintenance and access to on-site amenities like a fitness center or pool. Some drawbacks might include homeowners’ association (HOA) fees and potentially poor management. When deciding whether to buy a condo, weigh the pros and cons carefully to determine if it will fit your budget and lifestyle.

A condo can be a good investment for the right buyer. There are several things to consider when deciding whether to buy a condo, such as your financial situation, the location and how well the condo association is managed. If you purchase a condo that’s been well maintained, you may be able to generate a decent return.

Physician loans

A physician loan is a mortgage designed for Doctors of Medicine (MD) and Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). They offer low down payment options and relaxed debt-to-income ratios. Another benefit is that they don’t require private mortgage insurance (PMI).

Physician loans are available to recent medical school graduates, new doctors or residents. They often have more flexible lending requirements regarding down payment, debt-to-income ratio and private mortgage insurance (PMI). To be eligible for a physician loan, the property must be your primary residence. Second homes and vacation homes do not qualify. To learn more about how physician loans work, connect with your mortgage loan officer.

No. Physician loans differ from conventional loans in several ways. Physician loans don’t require private mortgage insurance (PMI), they’re flexible with debt-to-income ratios and they typically will accept a signed contract as employment verification.

Self-employed borrowers

To qualify for a mortgage loan when self-employed, you’ll need to fill out the same application and meet the same requirements as regular salaried or hourly workers with a W-2 from their employer. The difference is that, you’ll also need to provide some additional documentation, which may include two years of employment verification and income documentation.

To calculate your monthly income, you’ll average your adjusted gross income (total income minus deductions) from the last two years of tax returns. Take your adjusted gross income from each form, add the two numbers together and divide by 24. While there are several factors that determine your eligibility, this simple equation will provide a rough estimate of the amount your mortgage lender will use for consideration of a mortgage loan.

To qualify for a mortgage loan when self-employed, you should be prepared to meet a variety of qualifying factors that can include credit score, down payment and debt-to-income ratio. You can strengthen your ability to qualify by taking steps to build and maintain a solid credit history and score prior to applying for a loan. If you’re a current U.S. Bank customer, you can monitor your credit for free with our tool. Getting a home loan when you’re self-employed is certainly possible, but you must be prepared for a slightly different mortgage process.

Jay Sondhi

Mortgage Loan Officer

NMLS# 286674

510-731-2887

  • jay.sondhi@usbank.com

  • 510-731-2887

  • 510-908-2661

  • Connect when it's convenient for you. Request a call.

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1. The rates above assume you have a down payment, or equity, of at least 25% for  a conventional fixed-rate loan, an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) loan or a jumbo loan, at least 3.5% for an FHA loan  and 0% for a VA loan.

Conforming fixed-rate estimated monthly payment and APR example: A  $464,000 loan amount with a 30-year term at an interest rate of 6.500% with a down-payment, or borrower equity of 25%  and no discount points purchased would result in an estimated principal and interest monthly payment of $2,933 over  the full term of the loan with an Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 6.667%.

Estimated monthly payment and APR calculation are based on a down-payment, or borrower equity of 25% and  borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the base loan amount. If the down payment, or borrower equity is less than  20%, mortgage insurance may be required, which could increase the monthly payment and the APR. Estimated monthly  payment does not include amounts for taxes and insurance premiums and the actual payment obligation will be greater.

ARM estimated monthly payment and APR example: A $464,000 loan  amount with a 30-year term at an interest rate of 5.5% with a down payment, or borrower equity of 25% and no discount  points purchased would result in an initial estimated monthly payment of $2,635 with an Annual Percentage Rate (APR)  of 6.345%.

Estimated monthly payment and APR calculation are based a fixed-rate period of 5 years that could change  in interest rate each subsequent year for the next 25 years of the loan term, a down-payment, or borrower equity of  25% and borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the base loan amount, plus origination fees if applicable. After  the 5-year introductory period: the APR is variable and is based upon an index plus a margin. The APR will vary  with a predetermined index as published in the Wall Street Journal. If the down payment, or borrower equity is less  than 20%, mortgage insurance may be required, which could increase the monthly payment and the APR. Estimated monthly  payment does not include amounts for taxes and insurance premiums. Adjustable-rate loans and rates are subject to  change during the loan term. That change can increase or decrease your monthly payment.

FHA estimated monthly payment and APR example: A $265,375 base loan amount with a  30-year term at an interest rate of 6.250% with a down payment, or borrower equity of 3.5% and no discount points  purchased would result in an estimated principal and interest monthly payment of $1,663 over the full term of the loan  with an Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 7.478%.

Estimated monthly payment and APR calculation are based on a down payment, or borrower equity of 3.5%  and borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the base loan amount. Estimated monthly payment and APR assumes that  the upfront mortgage insurance premium of $4,644 is financed into the loan amount. The estimated monthly payment shown  here does not include the FHA-required monthly mortgage insurance premium, taxes and insurance premiums, and the  actual payment obligation will be greater.

VA estimated monthly payment and APR example: A $264,000 base loan amount with a  30-year term at an interest rate of 6.250% with no down payment, or borrower equity and no discount points purchased  would result in an estimated monthly payment of $1,663 with an Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 6.663%.

Estimated monthly payment and APR calculation are based on a down payment, or borrower equity of 0% and  borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the base loan amount, plus origination fees if applicable. Estimated  monthly payment and APR assumes that the VA funding fee of $6,072 is financed into the loan amount. Estimated monthly  payment does not include amounts for taxes and insurance premiums, and the actual payment obligation will be greater.

Jumbo estimated monthly payment and APR example: A $940,000 loan amount with a 30-year  term at an interest rate of 5.625% with a down payment, or borrower equity of 25% and no discount points purchased  would result in an estimated monthly payment of $5,411 with an Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 5.784%.

Estimated monthly payment and APR calculation are based on a down payment, or borrower equity of 25% and  borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the base loan amount. If the down payment, or borrower equity is less than  20%, mortgage insurance may be required, which could increase the monthly payment and the APR. Estimated monthly  payment does not include amounts for taxes and insurance premiums and the actual payment   obligation will be greater.

The rates shown above are the current rates for a single-family  primary residence based on a 45-day lock period. These rates are not guaranteed and are subject to change. This is not  a credit decision or a commitment to lend. Your final rate will depend on various factors including loan product, loan  size, credit profile, property value, geographic location, occupancy and other factors.

To lock a rate, you must submit an application to U.S. Bank  and receive confirmation from a mortgage loan officer that your rate is locked. Application can be made by  starting it online or by meeting with a mortgage loan officer.

Minnesota properties: To guarantee a rate, you must receive  written confirmation as required by Minnesota Statute 47.206. This statement of current loan terms and conditions is  not an offer to enter into an interest rate or discount point agreement. Any such offer may be made only pursuant to  subdivisions 3 and 4 of Minnesota Statutes Section 47.206.

Conforming Fixed-Rate Loans - APR calculation assumes a  $464,000 loan with a down payment, or borrower equity of 25% and borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the  loan amount, plus origination fees if applicable. If the down payment, or borrower equity is less than 20%, mortgage  insurance may be required, which could increase the monthly payment and the APR. Conforming rates are for loan amounts  not exceeding $726,200 ($1,089,300 in AK and HI).

Conforming ARM loans - Adjustable-rate loans and rates are subject  to change during the loan term. That change can increase or decrease your monthly payment. APR calculation assumes a  $464,000 loan  with a 25% down payment and borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the loan amount, plus  origination fees if applicable. If the down payment is less than 20%, mortgage insurance may be  required, which could increase the monthly payment and the APR. Conforming rates are for loan  amounts not exceeding $726,200 ($1,089,300 in AK and HI).

Non-conforming ARM Loans - Adjustable-rate loans and rates  are subject to  change during the loan term. That change can increase or decrease your monthly payment. APR calculation assumes a  $940,000 loan with a down payment, or borrower equity of 25% and borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the loan  amount, plus origination fees if applicable. If the down payment, or borrower equity is less than 20%, mortgage  insurance may be required, which could increase the monthly payment and the APR. Non-conforming rates are for loan  amounts exceeding $726,200 ($1,089,300 in AK and HI).

Jumbo Loans - Annual Percentage Rate (APR) calculation assumes a  $940,000 loan with a 25% down payment or borrower equity and borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the loan  amount, plus origination fees if applicable. If the down payment, borrower equity is less than 20%, mortgage insurance  may be required, which could increase the monthly payment and the APR. Jumbo rates are for loan amounts exceeding  $726,200 ($1,089,300 in Alaska and Hawaii).

FHA Loans - Annual Percentage Rate (APR) calculation assumes a  $270,019 loan ($265,375 base amount plus $4,644 upfront mortgage insurance premium) with a 3.5% down  payment, or borrower equity, monthly mortgage insurance premium of $176.30, and borrower-paid finance charges of  0.862% of the base loan amount, plus origination fees if applicable.

VA Loans - Annual Percentage Rate (APR) calculation assumes a  $270,072 loan ($264,000 base amount plus $6,072 VA Funding Fee for first time use) with no down payment, or borrower  equity and borrower-paid finance charges of 0.862% of the base loan amount, plus origination fees if applicable.

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