Government Mortgages in Washington, DC

CMRE conventional loans require a minimum 620 FICO with 3%–20% down. FHA accepts 580 FICO with 3.5% down. Non-QM and bank statement programs start at 660 FICO with 10%–20% down. Hard money and DSCR loans have no minimum FICO — equity position (65%–80% LTV) determines approval. Our Instant Advisor tool identifies which program fits your credit profile.

CMRE pre-approval takes 24 hours from completed application. Conventional, FHA, and VA loans close in 21–30 days. Non-QM and bank statement loans close in 14–21 days. Hard money and bridge loans close in 7–14 business days. Rate lock begins at pre-approval to protect against market movement during underwriting.

Standard documentation includes 2 years of W-2s or tax returns, 2 months of bank statements, a government-issued ID, and a signed purchase contract or property address. Self-employed borrowers can use 12–24 months of business or personal bank statements instead of tax returns. DSCR loans require only a lease agreement or market rent appraisal — no personal income documentation.

Yes. CMRE finances investment properties across all program categories. Conventional investment loans allow up to 75% LTV. DSCR loans qualify based on property cash flow (1.0x minimum ratio) — not personal income. Hard money loans fund fix-and-flip and bridge scenarios at 65%–80% LTV. There is no limit on the number of investment properties financed via DSCR.

CMRE operates as a direct lender and wholesale broker, giving clients access to over 40 lenders and wholesale pricing not available at retail banks. NMLS #1556995. Licensed in CA, TX, FL, WA, OR, AZ, NV, CO, GA, NC, SC, TN, and VA. CMRE closes loans in an average of 21 days and offers programs for borrowers banks decline — self-employed, investors, foreign nationals, and borrowers with recent credit events.

The current national 30-year fixed rate is 6.00% (Freddie Mac PMMS). Government Mortgages rates in Washington vary by loan amount, LTV, and credit profile — CMRE provides locked quotes within 24 hours of application.

CMRE typically closes Government Mortgages loans in Washington within 21-30 days from application. Pre-approval takes 24 hours, and our DC-licensed team coordinates title, escrow, and appraisal concurrently to save time.

FHA and VA loan limits in District of Columbia are set annually by HUD and the VA. CMRE's Washington team can confirm your current county limit and help you maximize your purchasing power within DC guidelines.

VA loans require veteran status or active military service. For non-veterans in Washington, CMRE offers FHA and USDA government-backed programs with similarly competitive rates and low down payment requirements.