For aspiring homeowners and first-time buyers, many questions can arise about the mortgage process. What credit score do you need to qualify? How much down payment is required? Answers are based on several factors including the property, purchase price, and, most...
You’ve submitted your initial mortgage application, completed the necessary paperwork, and even had your home appraised. Now, you find yourself at the crucial stage of the loan process – underwriting. This is where the underwriter, acting as a gatekeeper for the...