preapproval letter: Pre-Qualification vs Pre-Approval vs Cross-Approval vs $10K Assurance
- 06/13/16 02:54 AM
What is the difference between Mortgage Pre-Qualification and Mortgage Pre-Approval (and what is a Mortgage Cross-Approval)? These terms get tossed around frequently (and are often used improperly) by Real Estate Agents, Buyers & Sellers. The following explanation has been written in an attempt to clear up any misconceptions:
PRE-QUALIFICATION The process of Pre-Qualification can be summarized as “tell me, don’t show me” when it comes to Borrower information being conveyed to a Loan Officer & Mortgage Company. Specifically, a Borrower will complete a Loan Application (online, via phone, or by hand) and “tell” the Loan Officer their income, assets, and other pertinent information (6 comments)
preapproval letter: Protect Your Transaction (PYT) - $10K Lender Performance Commitment!
- 09/30/14 07:58 AM
Protect Your TransactionSM (PYT) provides all parties to a real estate transaction with peace of mind that the Lender will deliver on its commitment to close on time. Take a moment to learn more about PYTSM in this article, and then ask the obvious question: "Why would I use a lender that doesn't provide a PYTSM commitment?"
Certified PYTSM Lenders commit to the following: Lender will issue a loan commitment on or before 15th days from receiving a complete mortgage application (for eligible, approved applications) evidencing Lender's commitment to close on time Lender will pay up to $10,000 in the event a transaction is canceled by Seller due to Lender's failure (1 comments)
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Jason E. Gordon
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Author Bio: Jason Gordon is a Residential Mortgage Specialist in San Diego, CA. He combines ethics, education, and experience while helping Homebuyers and Homeowners to achieve their financial goals.View all AR Posts By Jason Gordon