12 Items Not To Do When Obtaining a Mortgage Loan

1. Do Not change jobs - we will veritfy your employment the day of closing.

2. Do Not change your pay structure - we may need an additional pay stub.

3. Do Not apply for new credit - we may have to pull credit again before closing and inquiries can lower your score.

4. Do Not change your marital status.

5. Do Not deposit any sums into your bank that cannot be documented thoroughly - we may need an additional printout prior to closing to show funds are available or items have cleared.

6. Do Not dispute any items on your credit - no disputes allowed on credit reports - even if settled or paid.

7. Do Not charge up your credit cards "getting ready for the new house"- this could lower your credit score or increase your debt ratio.

8. Do Not let your driver's licesense expire - the notary at the title company requires current identification.

9. Do Not skip payments on your current bills to "save up for the house" - including rent - we might have to re-verify prior to closing.

10. Do Not spend money from your checking account unless absolutely necessary - we may ask for additional printouts from your bank to check funds.

11. Do Not make application for other loans for another property - we check a system called MERS which identifies any loans you have applied for.

12. Do Not put gift funds into your account - check with your loan officer on the procedure necessary.

Call our team first to get prequalified to ask questions; to be sure your loan gets done right! We promise to take GREAT care of you!

2 comments for “12 Items Not To Do When Obtaining a Mortgage Loan”

  1. Posted Tuesday, November 08, 2011 at 2:42:10 PM

    Thanks for that. This is so funny and so sad...

  2. Posted Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 8:35:27 AM

    Apart from all above mentioned, it is highly recommended no t to do major purchases. For instance, if you have seen a new home being sold or refinancing somewhere in the near future, don't go out and buy a car or washing machine on credit. This may have a great impact on the credit score.

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