2009 Conforming Loan Limits for High-Cost Areas
Under the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HERA), the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) was directed to set conforming loan limits for the nation as a whole, as well as for high-cost areas. The rules under HERA establish the high-cost area loan limits at 115% of the local median sales price, up to a maximum of 150% of the national limit. Since the national limit will remain at $417,000 for 2009, the maximum limit in high-cost areas will be $625,500 for 1-unit properties. In CA the maximum limit applies to only four metropolitan areas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose and Santa Cruz. Ventura County’s new limit will be $598,000. Pricing adjustments and loan delivery dates have not been announced.
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Loan Amounts
to $417,000 |
Loan Amounts
$417,001 - $729,750 |
Loan Amounts
$729,751 - $2,000,000 |
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1 point |
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| 30 Year Fixed |
6.125% |
5.875% |
6.250% |
5.875% |
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| 15 Year IO |
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7.000% |
6.625% |
| 5/1 ARM |
5.875% |
5.625% |
6.000% |
5.750% |
6.375% |
6.000% |
Prime:
4.000 |
2-Yr Note:
1.215% |
5-Yr Note:
2.268% |
10-Yr Note:
3.620% |
* Rates are based on 20% down payment, are subject to change without notice, and may vary from region to region. Rate/APR and terms may vary based on the individual creditworthiness and investor requirements. Call for full details.