Preparation is the key when beginning the mortgage process. Before
going to see your mortgage broker, it would be helpful to prepare some
documents and history to make the meeting efficient and effective. We at
Infinity Mortgage Company have prepared this simple checklist that will help
you to prepare for your mortgage conference. The more information you
can provide your mortgage broker, the faster you can get the capital you need
to purchase the home of your dreams!
Print this handy checklist and use it
to make sure you've got everything you need to complete the loan
application process.
1. Your Primary Income
Let your lender know you won't need to win the lottery to pay
back your loan. Use these as proof of your employment, and your
income.
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Your last year-to-date pay check stub.
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Your W-2 forms for the last two years
- or
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Your complete personal tax returns
for the last two years if you're self-employed or earn commission.
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The name(s), address(es) and phone number(s)
of your employers during the last two years commission.
2. Your Other Income
Give your lender an idea of any other source of income you have,
like:
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Interest or dividends from savings
accounts
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Pension income
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Social Security payments
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Self-employment, partnership in a business,
or commission earnings
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Alimony, child support, or separation
maintenance Income from rental property
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Any statements, account numbers, or
formal paperwork that refer to the income
3. Your Assets
Letting your lender know about these types of assets can help
your cause tremendously:
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Checking account balances
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Savings account balances
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Cash Deposit (CD) accounts
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Money Market funds
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Mutual funds
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Brokerage accounts IRA and 401(k) accounts
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Your two most recent, consecutive
statements for the asset accounts listed
4. Your Outstanding Debts
Account for the debts you pay for consistently each month, aside
from housing costs.
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In most cases, all debts that need to be listed are
on the credit report that will be pulled by your loan officer.
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Be prepared to tell your loan officer of any alimony
or child support or separation maintenance that you pay.
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Any debts paid to credit unions that may not report
through the three main credit bureaus.
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