Mortgage Basics
Application Checklist
When you apply for a mortgage loan, you'll be asked for some (okay, a lot of) documents. Here's a handy list for when the time comes. And don't worry — we'll walk you through every step. Just keep your eye out for more document requests so we can move your application along smoothly!
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When you apply for a mortgage loan, you'll be asked for some (okay, a lot of) documents. Here's a handy list for when the time comes. And don't worry — we'll walk you through every step. Just keep your eye out for more document requests so we can move your application along smoothly!
Your Property- Copy of signed sales contract
- Verification of the deposit you placed on the home
- Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all real estate agents, builders, insurance agents, and attorneys involved
- 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)
- Copies of your pay stubs for the most recent 30-day period and year-to-date
- Copies of your W-2 forms for the past two years
- Names and addresses of all employers for the last two years
- Letter explaining any gaps in employment in the past two years
- Work visa or green card (copy front and back)
If self-employed or receive commission or bonus, interest/dividends, or rental income:
- 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.)
- Schedule K-1 tax forms for all partnerships and S corporations for the last two years (please double-check your return. Most K-1s are not attached to the 1040.)
- 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:
- Provide award letter from agency or organization
- 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)
- Savings, checking or money market funds - provide copies of bank statements for the last 3 months
- Stocks and bonds - provide copies of your statement from your broker or copies of certificates
- Gifts - If part of your cash to close, provide Gift Affidavit and proof of receipt of funds
- Based on information appearing on your application and/or your credit report, you may be required to submit additional documentation
- 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
- Include all names, addresses, account numbers, balances, and monthly payments for mortgage holders and/or landlords for the last two years
- If you are paying alimony or child support, include marital settlement/court order stating the terms of the obligation
- Check to cover Application Fee(s)