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Questions To Ask When Applying for A Mortgage

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Questions To Ask When Applying for A Mortgage

Are you planning to apply to get mortgage service? Before you commit to a loan, you must be aware of all things associated with it. It is recommended to ask questions to your lender before applying for a mortgage. If you find something uncomfortable, continue looking for the right lender.

You should keep a stack of these questions ready for your lender:


Which Is the Best Loan Type for Me?

There are various loan options: fixed-rate loans, adjustable-rate loans, interest-only loans, and negative amortization loans. Ask your lender to walk you through their advantages and disadvantages. You should also ask him about the best loan for you, depending on your requirements and financial conditions.

In a fixed-rate mortgage, you have a fixed interest rate for the whole life of the loan. In Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs), interest rates change periodically during the loan duration. 


What Is the Loan Estimate?

A loan estimate is a complete breakdown of the details of your requested loan.

Lenders must give you the loan estimate within three business days after receiving your application.


How Much Should I Save For a Down Payment?

Down payment is the part of the purchase price that you pay upfront at the closing of the loan.

If you can qualify for a USDA or VA loan, you don't need any down payment. For an FHA loan, the minimum down payment is 3.5%. However, in most cases, you need to pay at least 20% of the purchase price of the property as a down payment. 


Generally, if you pay less than a 20% down payment, you need to pay for private mortgage insurance. This could also lead to higher closing costs and increased monthly payments till you reach an 80% loan-to-value ratio.


What Will Be My Estimated Closing Cost?

Closing costs include appraisal fees, loan origination fees, title searches, taxes, discount points, title insurance, deed recording fees, surveys, and credit report charges. Your lender will provide you with a Loan Estimate showing the approximate loan costs to let you decide your budget accordingly.


What Will Be the Estimated Closing Period?

Closing your transaction on time is a matter of concern. Your contract will include the closing date, but it generally depends on the lender's ability to close on time. It may cost you extra bucks or problems for you if the lender can't do that for a particular reason.


What Is Your Average Loan Processing Time?

On an average, it takes 30 days to get a mortgage loan. Ask your lender what the average loan processing time is. 


What Is the Interest Rate?

Ask your lender directly about the interest rate and its corresponding annual percentage rate (APR). It is derived through a complex calculation. The interest rate as well as other related lender fees is divided by the loan's term to get the APR. One important point to keep in mind is that the greater difference between the base interest rate and the APR indicates greater fees being charged by lenders.



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