HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

While you don’t need to worry about preparing many of the forms in the stack, here are 18 key documents in particular that you should be aware of and pay close attention to. Proof of income and assets When you apply for a mortgage pre-approval with a lender, you’ll need to show them proof of income. Get Started 1.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

Closing on a house seems pretty straightforward. Once the buyer and seller sign the contract, the closing process begins — and therein lies the rub. While seamless closings are ideal for everyone involved, they almost never happen unless the buyer is paying cash on the home, and even then there can be a roadblock or two.

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Redfin

MARCH 3, 2022

Once your offer has been accepted, the excitement kicks in, and the countdown to closing begins. But before you can get your keys, you’ll want to be cautious of any roadblocks or setbacks that could cause a delayed closing and postpone your move-in date. So how can you avoid a delayed closing? What does delayed closing mean?

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HomeLight

AUGUST 16, 2021

You’ll sign your loan application for the final time at closing. They will also consider your current and previous debts that resulted in foreclosures or bankruptcies. Smaller issues like court judgments can also result in not getting your mortgage approved. Bankruptcy paperwork. Source: (Mangostar / ShutterStock).

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HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. Investors offer alternatives to foreclosure and bankruptcy About 60% of sellers who contact Ramcharitar are behind on their mortgage payments. While some homeowners opt for foreclosure in a distressed situation, others decide to declare bankruptcy.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The most important factors in calculating this are your total monthly income, your monthly minimum debt payments, cash you have on hand that will help cover a down payment and closing costs, and your credit profile. We’ll start with your credit profile. For most home loans, a credit score of at least 620 is needed.

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HomeLight

JUNE 30, 2021

Some states require only 40 hours of pre-licensing classes, while others may require more than 200 hours, for example. There are several different factors that determine home affordability and each lender can have its own mortgage approval standards when it comes to the buyer’s credit score, income, assets, debt, and liabilities.

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