06/15/2026
A huge misconception many buyers face is thinking that a car loan won't affect their home application. Some folks get a raise or a new job, and the first thing they do is go out and buy a new car before applying for a mortgage.
While car dealerships can almost always find a way to finance a vehicle, mortgages follow strict guidelines and a comprehensive underwriting process.
Taking out a large auto loan right before trying to buy a house adds a heavy monthly debt obligation. When an underwriter calculates your Debt-to-Income (DTI) ratio (Step 4 in our process!), that new car payment can significantly lower the amount of home you qualify for—or even cause an application to be denied entirely.
💡 The Right Way to Do It:
If you plan on buying both, secure the home loan first. Once you’ve closed on the house, wait a few months, and then look into that new automobile.
Don't let a new set of wheels stall your homeownership dreams. Learn how your entire file is evaluated, from asset verification to risk assessment, by reviewing the step-by-step GoPrime process above!
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