There is also a three-digit code number assigned to each currency, in the same manner as there is also a three-digit code number assigned to each country as part of ISO 3166. This numeric code is usually the same as the ISO 3166-1 numeric code.
This calculator uses these guidelines for determining how much house you can afford, which are similar to common underwriting criteria that mortgage lenders use. 1  Your total mortgage payment should be no more than 28 percent of your gross monthly income.
How long it will take you to get mortgage approval depends on the lender you go with, the type of loan for which you apply and how long it takes you to provide all the paperwork the lender needs. While some lenders fund loans faster than others, an increase in the number of loans can slow down a lender's usual processing time.