14 Nov 2023
By Mark Feder

Speed Your Mortgage Approval up by Following This Checklist

Mortgage Application
Have you finally found your dream home after months of searching, and then you are told that the seller has received other offers? No buyer wants to find themselves in a bidding war against another buyer as it is a stressful situation. Being unprepared and not having your finances in order will make it even more stressful. Here are a few quick ways if you're looking to speed up your mortgage approval process, here's a checklist to help you prepare: ·        Review your credit report: Maintain a good credit score by paying bills on time, reducing existing debt, and avoiding…
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12 Jul 2023
By Mark Feder

How Long Does It Take to Get a Mortgage Approval?

Mortgage
When you're in the process of buying a home, one of the most important steps is obtaining a mortgage approval. This approval signifies that a lender is willing to offer you a loan to finance your dream home. The timeline for getting a mortgage approval can vary depending on several factors. Initial Preparations: Before you start the mortgage approval process, it's crucial to gather all the necessary documentation. This typically includes proof of income, employment history, bank statements, tax returns, and details about your assets and liabilities. Application Submission: Once you have your documents ready, you'll need to submit a…
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23 Aug 2022
By Mark Feder

Assessing Your ‘Debt-to-Income Ratio’ and Why This Number Matters When Getting a Mortgage

Mortagage Tips
If you are looking to buy a home, you may want to consider shopping for a loan first. Having your financing squared away ahead of time can make it easier to be taken seriously by buyers and help move along the closing process. For those who are looking to get a mortgage soon, keep in mind that the Debt-to-Income ratio of the borrower plays a huge role in the approval of your mortgage application. What is a Debt-to-Income Ratio? A debt-to-income ratio is the percentage of monthly debt payments compared to the amount of gross income that a person earns…
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02 Apr 2021
By Mark Feder

How To Get A Mortgage If You Are A Gig Worker

Mortgage
Twenty years ago the economy was putting the dot-com bubble behind it, and people were buying homes. The high majority of folks worked for someone else; they received a paycheck, were given a W-2 from their employer, and filed their income tax returns accordingly. This also provided easy documentation to loan officers when folks wanted to borrow a mortgage to buy a home. As of 2019 36 percent of workers in 2020 were identified as bona fide gig workers per the federal government, or a bit more than 1 out of every 3 workers. That change translates to mortgage application…
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