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Affordability Analysis

Affordability Calculator

Calculate your qualifying mortgage amount with GDS/TDS stress testing and CMHC guidelines.

Income & Debt Details

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Include all household income before taxes

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Credit cards, loans, car payments (annual total)

Housing Costs

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Leave as 0 if not applicable

Mortgage Details

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The mortgage amount you're testing for affordability

Affordability Result

NOT QUALIFIED

This mortgage amount exceeds affordability guidelines. Consider reducing the principal or improving your debt-to-income ratio.

Qualification Metrics

Stress Test Rate7.35%
Monthly P&I$4,740
GDS Ratio50.9%Max: 39%
TDS Ratio55.9%Max: 44%

Debt Service Ratios

GDS Ratio (max 39%)50.9%
TDS Ratio (max 44%)55.9%

Understanding Affordability

GDS (Gross Debt Service) Ratio: Housing costs ÷ gross income (max 39%)

TDS (Total Debt Service) Ratio: All debts + housing ÷ gross income (max 44%)

Stress Test: Qualification rate is higher of contract rate + 2% or 5.25%

• Housing costs include: mortgage payment, property tax, heating, and condo fees

• These are guidelines - individual lender requirements may vary