The Boulder mortgage market
Boulder's premium pricing means most purchases require jumbo or high-balance conforming loans.
Most Boulder loans exceed conforming limits — jumbo programs are the norm.
Top loan programs in Boulder
- Jumbo — commonly used by Boulder buyers in this market.
- Conventional High Balance — commonly used by Boulder buyers in this market.
- Conventional — commonly used by Boulder buyers in this market.
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How to qualify for a mortgage in Boulder
Most Boulder purchases price above conforming limits, so qualifying often starts with jumbo or second-home guidelines: stronger credit (typically 720+), 10–20% down, and documented reserves. Investment and short-term-rental buyers may layer in DSCR. Lenders still review credit, DTI, down payment, and income docs — but the bar is set by the jumbo or second-home investor.
- Primary residences: conventional, FHA, VA, or USDA depending on credit and down payment.
- Second homes: typically conventional or jumbo with 10–20% down.
- Investment properties: conventional investor loans (20–25% down) or DSCR loans based on rental income.
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