FinCalc Suite

How Much House Can I Afford?

A house is one of the biggest purchases you can make, so figuring out how much you can afford is a key step in the home-buying process. You'll need to start by weighing how much money you have coming in versus how much you have going out to cover existing debts.

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Affordability Calculator

RECOMMENDED BUDGET

Price of home

$408,573


Monthly payment

$2,800


Est. closing costs

$12,257

Your recommended budget is a comfortable fit. Lenders prefer your housing expenses to be below 28% of monthly income, and total debt (including housing) below 36%.

MAX PURCHASE BUDGET

Price of home

$545,173


Monthly payment

$3,800


Est. closing costs

$16,355

Your max budget is what lenders might offer, using up to 43% of your income for debt. This could feel financially tight.