Estate Purchase Guide

Buying a high-value home with a jumbo loan, step by step

Jumbo down payment sources

In brief

Jumbo lenders usually accept savings, investment accounts, proceeds from a home sale and sometimes gifts, as long as each source is documented. Large recent deposits need explanations. Ask the lender which sources and how many months of statements it needs.

Last reviewed against the primary sources listed below.

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Buyer questions

Can I use a gift for a jumbo down payment?

Some lenders allow it with documentation.

Can I use investment accounts?

Usually, with statements.

Sources for buyers

Next: documenting income and assets