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New Home Financing Checklist

Submitted by Franklin Legacy Financial, LLC on May 24th, 2019
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While owning a home is the quintessential American dream, not everyone is able to purchase a home when they desire. If you’re fresh out of school with a boat load of student debt, it’s probably best to wait until you’ve been working for at least a year before you start looking to buy. You’ll also want to make sure that your credit score is where it should be, since the higher your score, the lower your interest rate will be. It’s also important to pull a copy of your credit report prior to contacting any mortgage companies; examining it in minute detail to ensure that everything is correct. If you do find an error, dispute it with the credit bureau immediately and keep the documentation.

Finally, you’ll have to think about a down payment. If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for a VA loan, which doesn’t have a down payment requirement. FHA loans only require a 3.5 percent down payment, but conventional mortgages typically ask for at least a 10 percent down payment. And don’t forget that even without a large down payment needed, you’ll still have to pay closing costs, which can vary widely. If you’re ready to take the next step and apply for a mortgage, here are some of the things that you’ll need. You should also be sure to obtain a pre-qualifying letter from your mortgage company, which will make it much easier to negotiate with sellers or builders when you do find the right home.

Below are a few things you will want to have on hand to make the process go smoothly:

 

  • A year of bank statements. While this is much easier today with the advent of electronic banking, you’ll still want to make sure that you can quickly and easily access a complete year of statements. If not, you’ll have to request them from your banking institution. Of course, if you’re still having statements mailed to you, this won’t be a problem.
  • Up to a year of payment stubs. While most mortgage companies only require the last three months of pay stubs, there are some that require more; particularly if you have changed jobs recently. These will have to be updated as the closing date arrives, so if you’re having a home built, you’ll likely have to provide this information twice.
  • A written explanation for any unusual items that are currently on your credit report. It can help you immensely to access a copy of your report ahead of time (see above) and prepare a written explanation for anything that is not straightforward, such as collection accounts, past bankruptcies, or any judgments that have been entered against you in the last seven years. You may also have to provide an explanation or documentation if there are several names listed on your credit report.
  • A balance sheet or other documentation if own or operate your own small business. While you should have this anyway, it’s best to be prepared for this request in advance. You’ll also need to provide your tax returns for the last two years.

 

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