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Property Affordability Calculator

Estimate the property price range you can afford based on your income, expenses, and available deposit.

Enter your financial details to get personalized affordability guidance.

Income & Expenses

Disposable Income

R 50 000

Financing Terms

Typical range: 10% (standard) to 5% (high LTV)

Affordability Limits

Typical: 35% (conservative) to 43% (aggressive)

Your DTI Ratio

40.0%

Max Monthly Payment

R 21 250

Estimated Affordable Property Price

R 2 948 655

Based on your income, expenses, available deposit, and lending standards. Actual approval depends on credit history, employment stability, and lender policies.

Max Loan Amount

R 2 448 655

Your Deposit

R 500 000

Important: This calculator provides estimates based on standard lending criteria. Actual mortgage approval depends on many factors including credit history, employment verification, savings history, existing debt, property valuation, and individual lender policies. Interest rates vary by lender and your credit profile. Consult with mortgage brokers and lenders for accurate pre-approval quotes.

Guide

Understanding Affordability

Debt-to-Income Ratio

Your monthly debt payments divided by gross monthly income. Lenders use this to determine how much you can borrow.

Conservative: 35% or lower

Moderate: 35-40%

Aggressive: 40-43%

Lower ratios = more borrowing power and safer finances.

Factors Lenders Consider

  • Credit score and history
  • Employment stability and income verification
  • Down payment percentage
  • Interest rates and current market conditions
  • Property value and location

Getting Approved

  1. 1. Get a pre-approval letter from a mortgage lender showing your borrowing capacity
  2. 2. Find properties within your pre-approved price range
  3. 3. Make an offer and go through formal approval process
  4. 4. Complete property valuation and final documentation