Finance
A NH buyer's debt-to-income ratio of 50% would likely result in:
AEasy approval for all loan types
BDifficulty qualifying for conventional loans (which typically cap DTI at 43-50%) and possible denial✓ Correct
CAutomatic FHA approval
DNo impact on loan approval
Explanation
A 50% DTI is at or above the limit for most conventional loan programs. While some loans allow up to 50% with compensating factors, this DTI level makes qualification difficult and costly.
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