Self-Employed loan snapshot for District of Columbia
| Item | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Minimum down payment | 3%–10% |
| Minimum credit score | 620–660 |
| Typical DC home value | $724,600 |
| 3.5% down on typical home | $25,361 |
| 20% down on typical home | $144,920 |
| Avg. effective property tax | 0.58%/yr (~$348/mo) |
| Income for typical home (31% rule) | $220,000 |
Rate assumption: 7.18% (Freddie Mac PMMS 30-year fixed average, week of November 5, 2026). Change it in the payment calculator.
Which District of Columbia programs pair with Self-Employed loans?
- DC Open Doors: Competitive-rate loans with optional down payment assistance for buyers within income limits; first-time status not required.
- Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP): Interest-free deferred loans from DC's Department of Housing and Community Development for eligible first-time buyers.
Details and current limits: DC Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA).
What documents do self-employed borrowers need?
- Two years of personal federal tax returns (all schedules).
- Two years of business returns (1120S, 1065 or 1120) if applicable.
- Year-to-date profit and loss statement.
- Business license or CPA letter verifying the business.
- Recent personal and business bank statements.
Full-doc vs bank-statement loans
| Full documentation | Bank-statement (non-QM) | |
|---|---|---|
| Income source | Tax returns | 12–24 months of deposits |
| Down payment | 3%–5%+ | Usually 10%+ |
| Rate | Market | Typically higher |
Self-Employed loans in District of Columbia cities
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Self-Employed loans are available statewide in District of Columbia through approved lenders, subject to county loan limits where they apply.
Often yes. DC Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA) and local programs frequently pair assistance with FHA, conventional, VA or USDA first mortgages. Eligibility depends on income, price and program rules.
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