10/03/2026
I'll take Mortgages for $500, Graeme. 🏠
Answer: I make $100,000 per year and have $200,000 available for a down payment.
Question: What is… “How much house can I afford?”
Unfortunately, this one doesn't have a single answer!
When lenders determine how much mortgage you qualify for, they're looking at more than just your salary:
💰 Your income
🏦 Your down payment
💳 Your existing debts
🏠 Property taxes & condo fees
📈 The qualifying interest rate
📋 Your overall credit and financial picture
Two people making exactly $100,000 per year could have very different purchasing power.
Thinking about buying? Send me your income, approximate down payment and monthly debts, and I can give you a rough idea of what your numbers could look like.
And yes, mortgage questions for $1,000 are considerably harder.