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Chris Nooney September 10, 2021

What To Know About IRS Installment Agreements And Home Loans

What To Know About IRS Installment Agreements And Home LoansWhen applying for financing, lenders want to make sure the client is going to pay back the balance of the loan. Therefore, they will look into pre-existing debt including credit card debt, student loans, car payments, and back taxes. Sometimes, applicants have IRS installment agreements. This is an agreement consumers make with the IRS to pay taxes over an extended timeframe. How might this impact someone’s ability to apply for home financing? 

IRS Installment Agreements Count Against The Debt To Income Ratio

The IRS is going to calculate someone’s debt to income ratio when figuring out whether an applicant can apply for a home loan. Therefore, lenders will view IRS installment agreements as another form of debt along with medical debt, car loans, and student loans. As long as there is not too much debt, applicants should still be able to qualify for a home loan even if they have an installment agreement with the IRS. Even though having an IRS installment agreement may reduce the size of a loan someone may qualify for, applicants can still qualify for a home loan.

Lenders Will Look At Payment Histories

Lenders will take a look at how long the IRS installment agreement has been in place. Some mortgage programs may ask for proof of timely payment history. They know that if applicants have paid their installments on time, they should pay their mortgage on time as well. Some home lenders may require a payment history of up to 12 months. It is critical to discuss all financing options with the lender when looking for a home loan. 

Applicants Must Have Proper Documentation

To qualify for a home loan with an IRS installment agreement, applicants must produce proper documentation. Lenders will ask for a copy of the agreement. Then, they will verify the payment history of this debt. Keep in mind that federal tax debt holds first priority. This means that the lender will want to protect their own interests, asking the IRS installment agreement to give up their first position in favor of the mortgage. Typically, this is not an issue; however, this is something applicants need to discuss with the loan officer. That way, they can place their application in the best position possible to be successful. 

 

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