What does the origination fee cover?

The origination fee is charged to cover some of the costs of making the loan. Generally, this is calculated by multiplying the total mortgage loan amount by the percentage shown (usually 1 percent of lower).

How long does a loan process take?

Typically, the number of days from the application to closing varies between 40 and 50 days, depending on several factors. Sometimes there are delays that occur beyond the borrower's control and sometimes certain loan types take longer than others.

What is a mortgage?

A mortgage is a loan that you take out from a mortgage lender to pay for a property. If the loan is not payed back, the lender can take possession of your property and sell it to repay the loan.

How long are mortgages for?

Usually, the mortgage will be for 25 years. However, you can get mortgages for any length while the most common mortgages are loaned for 15 to 20 years.

How will the lender check my income?

If you are employed, the lender will most likely ask for written evidence of payslips etc for the past two years. At the same time, they may also contact your employer and ask for the information they need. Certain lenders won't accept any income that is based on commission, bonuses etc, because the income is not guaranteed

What is a piggyback loan?

The piggyback loan is a low down payment loan product that doesn't carry mortgage insurance. This loan stacks a high-rate small mortgage on top of a lower rate first mortgage. The common drawbacks of piggyback loans are a higher mortgage cost, a balloon payment and the loss of financial flexibility.