HomeLight

JULY 25, 2022

The escrow account that is opened during the buying process will hold your earnest money deposit and the funds you wire for your down payment and closing costs until it’s time to pay everybody at closing. After closing, your loan servicer will establish a new escrow account, sometimes referred to as an impound account.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 27, 2021

You can usually shop around for the home inspection , title and settlement services, and home insurance. This can save you some money on your closing costs versus going with whoever the lender works with as a default. Also, lender fees — which can add up to 3% onto the loan amount — are entirely at the lender’s discretion.

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HomeLight

MARCH 6, 2023

Loans are between 3%-3.5% CalHFA works through approved lenders, and buyers apply for the program through their loan officer. This is a second mortgage on the home, with no interest and no monthly payment, deferred until such time the property is sold, rented, or the title is transferred.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

With so many DPA programs, you’ll want to consult with someone who will know them best — your loan officer. What types of mortgage loans are there? Down payment requirements differ depending upon the loan types. Conventional loans. These are the most common ones.

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HomeLight

MARCH 2, 2023

Loans are between 3%-3.5% CalHFA works through approved lenders, and buyers apply for the program through their loan officer. Who customarily chooses the title company can vary by county — but if it is the buyer’s choice, your real estate agent or mortgage lender will likely have a recommendation.

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HomeLight

JUNE 30, 2022

Transaction details: the purchase agreement and a copy of your earnest money deposit. Research the mortgage company and title company before giving them any personal information, such as your Social Security number, bank account information, and any other sensitive documents. Bank statements. W-2s or 1099s.

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The Close

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Chain of title. As clients get ready for closing, they’ll hear a lot about the title. Chain of title is an historical record of previous owners of a property that’s essential in establishing the legal ownership of the property. An established chain of title helps protect the buyer from future challenges to ownership.

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