Physician Loan Facts

  • What is a physician home loan?

    A physician home loan is a specific mortgage loan product that is available to doctors who would like to purchase a home.

  • What are some other names for physician home loans?

    Physician home loans are also often called:

    • Physician Loans
    • Doctor Loans
    • Doctor Home Loans
    • Physician Mortgage Loans
    • Doctor Mortgage Loans
  • What are the benefits of a physician home loan?

    • Lower down payments (0-15%)
    • No Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
    • More flexible underwriting standards in regards to:
    1. Student loan debt
    2. Short work history
    3. Contract prior to working
  • What does it take to qualify for a physician home loan?

    Every lender has slight differences in qualification, however, typically you need to:

    • Be a physician / doctor
    • Be employed
    • Have a good credit score (700+)
  • What kind of doctors are typically eligible for physician home loans?

    • Doctor of Medicine, M.D.
    • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, D.O.
    • Doctor of Optometry, O.D.
    • Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, D.P.M.
    • Doctor of Dental Surgery, D.D.S.
    • Doctor of Dental Medicine, D.M.D.
  • Can I get a physician home loan as a resident or fellow?

    Yes, the lenders we work with have products for physicians at all stages of their medical journey.

  • Why were physician loans created?

    Aside from cutting you a break after going through numerous years of school and training, banks realize that you’re a good bet.

    • Statistics show that doctors have amongst the lowest, if not the lowest, default rates out of any population.
    • Doctors have high future or current earning power.
    • Doctors typically have stable jobs less affected by swings in the economy.
  • What problem are banks trying to solve with physician loans?

    Banks have created a product to allow doctors to borrow money for a house in spite of:

    • Having little saved up for a down payment.
    • A significant amount of student loan debt.
    • A short work history
  • What kind of properties are eligible for doctor loans?

    The property you purchase with a Physician Home Loan must be a primary residence, whether that’s a condo, co-op, townhouse, single family, or multifamily (as long as you’re living in it as well).

  • Can I refinance a home with a doctor loan?

    Yes, some of our lenders will refinance your current loan with a Physician Home Loan.