How the Loan Process Works

There can be little doubt ; getting a mortgage is a complicated process. You would not be researching mortgage loans if you could get a mortgage loan in one day by filling out a simple application. We do the heavy lifting for you, so you can concentrate on what's important — preparing to move into your new home or saving money.

There are four primary steps involved in getting a mortgage loan.

Step one: Decide how much you can afford

This is a function of a couple things. What kind of monthly payment are you looking for? And given your unique credit and employment history, income and debt, and goals, how much will a lender loan you? Use the calculators on our website to determine your monthly payment amount. And we can guide you to the right loan amount and best program for you when you answer a few quewstions. Based on standard lender guidelines, we'll get you a good idea of what kind of terms and loan program you can expect to benefit most from.

Step two: pre-qualify for your loan

This step is where 1st Credential Mortgage Inc will start to save you money. You will give us information on your employment, your assets, and residence history. You'll supply information on your employment, asset, and residence history. We will get your credit report and score (with your permission. After we've finished reviewing your information, we'll provide a pre-qualificaiton letter. With this letter, your REALTOR® will negotiate the best deal for your new home. While you're shopping for the home that's right for you, we are researching the loan that best fits your needs.

Step three: apply for your loan

After you've made an offer and the sellers have accepted, it's time to apply for the loan. Applying for your loan could not get much easier; you can apply online right here on our site. Finally, we'll order an appraisal of your new home.

Step four: your loan is funded

The real estate agents will find a title company to handle the "funding" and closing of the sale. We'll work with this company to make sure the papers your lender needs are avaiailable, and you'll probably}likely sign everything at this company's officeWe work with with the title company to set your closing date. Because you won't have to worry about these details, you can think about the move, if you're going to repaint, carpet, and the fun parts of getting your new home.

You've answered a few questions, given us detailed information, applied , and before you know it, you are deciding when to move in! 1st Credential Mortgage Inc is a mortgage specialist; you're not — so we do the work. Makes sense, doesn't it??

Have questions about the loan process? Call 1st Credential Mortgage Inc at 2817780805. It's our job to answer lending questions, so we're happy to help!

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