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Justin Walsh, Branch Manager
Justin Walsh Branch Manager · Franklin Direct · NMLS #968831

Important Calculators

The numbers worth running before you sign

Eight tools for the decisions that actually cost money: what you can qualify for when your income is self-employed, what owning saves you at tax time, whether to refinance, and how to tap equity without repricing a low first mortgage. Nothing is saved, nothing is sent, and no credit is pulled. When you want the real figure, Justin is a phone call away.

For self-employed borrowers

Self-Employed Buying Power

Bank statement math instead of tax returns. See what your business income could actually qualify for.

  • Adjustable expense ratio — as low as 15% for solo service businesses
  • Add a co-borrower's W-2 or other income
  • Shows your qualifying income, budget, and loan amount
Estimate my buying power
For any borrower

Homeowner Tax Savings

Mortgage interest and property taxes are deductible — but only above the standard deduction. This does that math honestly.

  • Built on verified 2026 federal figures
  • Handles the $40,400 SALT cap and $750,000 interest limit
  • Tells you plainly when the answer is zero
Estimate my tax savings
For any borrower

Early Payoff Calculator

See what an extra $100 or $500 a month really does to a 30-year loan. The answer surprises most people.

  • Interest saved and years knocked off the term
  • Add a one-time lump sum
  • Compare 30, 20, and 15-year terms
See my payoff date
For any homeowner

Home Equity Calculator

See how much of your home's equity you could tap — and what the payment looks like — up to 90% combined loan-to-value.

  • Enter your value and current balance
  • Borrow slider with live monthly payment
  • Choose a 10, 15, 20, or 30-year term
See my available equity
For any homeowner

Blended Rate Calculator

See whether a second mortgage or a cash-out refinance costs less — and what folding in other debt does to your blended rate.

  • Compares both options side by side
  • Add cards, a HELOC, auto, personal or student loans
  • Shows your true blended rate across all debt
Compare my options
For homeowners 55+

Prop 19 Tax Transfer

Move anywhere in California and take your Prop 13 tax base with you. Most homeowners don’t know this exists.

  • Full explainer plus a savings calculator
  • Handles buying up, with the correct thresholds
  • Shows 10-year savings, not just year one
See what I’d save
For any homeowner

Refinance Break-Even

Closing costs come first. See how many months until a refinance pays for itself — and whether it saves money over the full term.

  • Break-even in months, not vague advice
  • Compares 30, 20, 15-year or matching your term
  • Flags when a lower payment costs more interest
Find my break-even
For investors

DSCR Calculator

Qualify a rental on its own cash flow instead of your tax returns. See the ratio and whether it clears the usual thresholds.

  • Full PITIA breakdown, not just principal and interest
  • Shows the rent needed to hit 1.00 and 1.25
  • Explains what DSCR lenders still check
Run my deal

Ready for a real number?

A calculator can only go so far. Justin will look at your actual deposits, credit, and goals and tell you exactly where you stand — usually the same day.

More from the Walsh Team

These tools are educational estimates and not a pre-approval, a commitment to lend, or tax advice. Bank statement and Profit & Loss loans are non-QM products; rates, down payment, expense ratios, and qualifying guidelines vary by lender, program, and borrower profile. Tax results depend on your full return — confirm anything here with a CPA or licensed tax preparer.