Mortgage Application Checklist
Below is a list of documents that are required when you apply for a mortgage. However, every situation is unique and you may be required to provide us with additional documentation.
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Your Property
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Copy of signed sales contract including all riders
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Verification of the deposit you placed on the home
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Names, addresses and telephone numbers of all realtors, builders, insurance agents and attorneys involved
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Copy of Listing Sheet and legal description if available (if the property is a condominium please provide condominium declaration, by-laws and most recent budget)
Your Income
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Copies of your pay-stubs for the most recent 30-day period and year-to-date
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Copies of your W-2 forms for the past two years
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Names and addresses of all employers for the last two years
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Letter explaining any gaps in employment in the past two years
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Work visa or green card (copy front & back)
If self-employed or receive commission or bonus, interest/dividends, or rental income:
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Provide full tax returns for the last two years PLUS year-to-date Profit and Loss statement (please provide complete tax return including attached schedules and statements. If you have filed an extension, please supply a copy of the extension.
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​K-1's for all partnerships and S-Corporations for the last two years (please double-check your return. Most K-1's are not attached to the 1040.)
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Completed and signed Federal Partnership (1065) and/or Corporate Income Tax Returns (1120) including all schedules, statements and addenda for the last two years. (Required only if your ownership position is 25% or greater.)
If you will use Alimony or Child Support to qualify:
Provide divorce decree/court order stating amount, as well as, proof of receipt of funds for last year
If you receive Social Security income, Disability or VA benefits:
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Provide award letter from agency or organization
Source of Funds and Down Payment
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Sale of your existing home - provide a copy of the signed sales contract on your current residence and statement or listing agreement if unsold (at closing, you must also provide a settlement/Closing Statement)
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Savings, checking or money market funds - provide copies of bank statements for the last 3 months
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Stocks and bonds - provide copies of your statement from your broker or copies of certificates
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Gifts - If part of your cash to close, provide Gift Affidavit and proof of receipt of funds
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Based on information appearing on your application and/or your credit report, you may be required to submit additional documentation
Debt or Obligations
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Prepare a list of all names, addresses, account numbers, balances, and monthly payments for all current debts with copies of the last three monthly statements
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Include all names, addresses, account numbers, balances, and monthly payments for mortgage holders and/or landlords for the last two years
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If you are paying alimony or child support, include marital settlement/court order stating the terms of the obligation
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Check to cover Application Fee(s)