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How much house can you actually afford in Grosse Pointe?

Built by a CFP® and licensed Michigan mortgage broker who lives in Grosse Pointe. Get a detailed affordability estimate based on current wholesale rates and local tax assumptions.

David Rakecky, CFP®
CFP®
Certified Financial Planner
Local
Grosse Pointe Resident
Independent
Mortgage Broker
The Calculator

Your Grosse Pointe buying power, estimated.

Built on current wholesale rate sheets, Grosse Pointe property tax assumptions, and conventional underwriting guidelines. Estimates only, not a commitment to lend.

Rates Effective As Of April 10, 2026
How Should We Use Your Cash To Close?

Smart Purchase Price

Housing at 30% of your gross income.

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The highest price your debt-to-income ratio supports.

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Personal Review

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Share your scenario and David will personally review it and reach out within one business day with a tailored breakdown, including FHA vs. conventional comparisons if relevant.

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David will personally review your scenario and reach out within one business day. If you'd rather talk now, call 313-380-4740.

Fastest Path

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Like what you see? Begin your secure mortgage application online. Takes about 12 minutes.

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Why David · Why Tetra

A different kind of mortgage broker.

Most borrowers don't realize how much leverage they're leaving on the table by going with a retail bank or an out-of-state online lender. Here's what's different when you work with David.

I.

Independent broker, not a retail bank.

David shops your loan across multiple wholesale lenders to find the best combination of rate, fees, and underwriting flexibility. Big banks can only offer their own product.

II.

CFP® financial planning perspective.

A mortgage is the biggest financial decision most families make. David brings a Certified Financial Planner's lens, looking at how the loan fits your broader wealth, tax, and retirement picture.

III.

Lives in Grosse Pointe.

Your loan officer should know the difference between the Shores and the Park. David lives here, knows the market, and understands what buyers in our community actually face.

The Process

From first conversation to keys in hand.

Here's exactly what working with David looks like, step by step.

1
Same Day · 10-15 min call

Discover

We start with a conversation. David learns your goals, timeline, financial picture, and what you're looking for in a home. No pressure, no credit pull, no commitment.

2
15-20 minutes · Preapproval near-instant

Application & Preapproval

Complete the secure online application. David runs a soft credit pull and issues your preapproval letter right away, so you can start shopping with confidence.

3
2-3 business days from document submission

Verified Approval

You submit supporting documents (income, assets, employment). David runs them through full underwriting so you have a verified approval. This puts your offer on par with a cash buyer.

4
On your timeline

Make an Offer

Find the home you want and make an offer. With your verified approval in hand, sellers take you seriously. David is available throughout to answer questions and help you structure a competitive bid.

5
15-30 days from accepted offer

Close

Once your offer is accepted, David moves the loan through final processing, appraisal, and closing. You sign the papers, get the keys, and move into your Grosse Pointe home.

Ready When You Are

Your next step takes twelve minutes.

Whether you're ready to apply, want a personal review of your scenario, or just have a question, David is one click or call away.

Important Disclosures
This is not a commitment to lend. Rates and APR shown are estimates only and are subject to change without notice.
This tool is for educational purposes only and is intended to provide a rough affordability estimate. Actual qualification depends on credit, income, assets, property, occupancy, and full underwriting review.
Tetra Home Loans is an Equal Housing Lender, licensed in the State of Michigan. We do not discriminate based on location or any protected or sensitive factors.
While we specialize in serving the Grosse Pointe community, we are able to originate mortgage loans throughout the entire State of Michigan.
Taxes and insurance are estimated using simplified assumptions for the Grosse Pointe area. Actual property taxes vary by community and homestead status.
Mortgage rates can change daily. Rate sheet effective April 10, 2026.
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