How Purchase Loans Are Made

A Step-By-Step Walkthrough to get you ready!

1. Loan Search – Buyers should seek the advice of an experienced mortgage professional, like HomePlus Mortgage. They will help determine which financing options best suit their needs today and in the future. (Many get pre-approved regardless if they have found their home, it helps make their search process more pleasent).
2. Loan Application – It’s crucial that consumers supply the lender with as much information as possible, as accurately as possible. All outstanding debts as well as assets and income should be included. We at JMJ strive to make this process as easy flowing as possible, since it can be tedious. (Standard guidelines across all lending institutions. NOTE: JMJ guidelines are known to be more friendlier than any bank!)
3. Documentation – Buyers must submit paperwork supporting the application as well. Information we request: 30 days of current pay stubs, two years’ W2s and tax returns, complete account statements of assets (2 months) verifying the source of the down payment, funds to close and reserves.
4. Pre-approval – Getting pre-approved for a mortgage allows the borrowers to know exactly how much house they can afford. Viewed as “cash buyers”, pre-approved borrowers have greater negotiating power as well.
5. The Hunt – The buyer begins shopping for a house. When the right one is found, the terms of the sale will be negotiated, including the price and potential terms of the loan being sought.
6. Appraisal- Lenders require an appraisal on all home sales. By knowing the true value of the home, the borrower is protected from overpaying.
7. Title Search – This is the time when any liens against the property are discovered. A lien may have been placed on a property to ensure payment of outstanding debts by the owner. All liens must be cleared before a transaction can be completed.
8. Termite Inspection – While most purchase loans do not require a formal inspection for termite and water damage, some loans (especially government loans) allow for the possibility. If problems are found, repairs may be necessary.
9. Processor’s Review – HomePlus Mortgage packages all pertinent information and then we send it along to the lending underwriter, including any explanations that may be needed, such as reasons for derogatory credit.
10. Underwriter’s Review – Based on the information put together by both the loan executive and the processor, the underwriter makes the final decision regarding whether or not a loan is approved.
11. Mortgage Insurance – Many lenders require private mortgage insurance when borrowers put down less than 20 % on a loan. Be prepared for this!
12. Approval, denial or counter offer – In order to approve a loan, we may ask the borrowers to put more money down to improve the debt-to-income ratio. The borrower may also need a bigger down payment if the property appraises for less than the purchase price.
13. Insurance – Lenders require fire and hazard insurance on the replacement value of the structure. Flood insurance will also be required if the property is located in a flood zone. In California, some lenders require earthquake insurance on condominiums.
14. Signing – During this step, final loan and closing documents are signed.
15. Funding – At this point, the lender sends a wire or check for the amount of the loan to the closing company.
16. Close of Transaction – Documents transferring title will now be recorded with the County Recorder

Buyer Begins Making Mortgage Payments!!!!

Please do not hesitate to call me to discuss any questions in the step-by-step process. Again, no cost and no obligation in doing this for you, happy to lend advice.