Determine Your Budget

See what home price and monthly payment realistically fit your budget

How Much Home Can You Afford?

Enter your income, monthly debts and down payment to see an estimated home price and monthly payment. Open "Advanced Options" to fine-tune the interest rate, insurance and PMI for a more precise number.

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typically Required if <20% down
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Using your Custom Tax Rate from Advanced Options — overrides the county selection above.

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20% DTI
43% typical max
50%
36% · Comfortable
Exceeds recommended debt-to-income ratio — most lenders cap comfortable qualifying around 43%. Approval above this line usually requires strong compensating factors (higher credit, reserves, or a VA/FHA program).

Here's the monthly payment breakdown to help you see how each item contributes to your monthly payment. Real estate taxes and Association Fees (if any) can adjust your home price. For actual numbers talk with a Licensed Lender.

Home Price
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Loan amount: $0
Estimated Monthly Costs
  • Principal & Interest$0
  • Real Estate Tax $0
  • Homeowners Insurance$0
  • HOA Fees$0
  • PMI$0
  • Total Monthly Payment$0
Estimated Monthly Payment (PITI)
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Principal, interest, taxes & insurance
Down payment:  0% DTI ratio:  0%
Your monthly debts already take up your full comfort-level budget at this income. Try a lower "Comfort Level," reduce monthly debts, or increase your down payment.

This calculator provides estimates for general planning purposes only and is not a loan offer, pre-approval, or guarantee of financing. County property tax rates shown are current public rates as of August 2026 and change annually with each locality's budget — always confirm the exact rate with the county before relying on it. Actual mortgage rates, insurance, HOA fees and qualification depend on your lender, credit profile and the specific property. For an accurate number, talk to a licensed lender and to 804Michael about current local market conditions.

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