[George]

Homebuyers and homeowners can be eligible for a purchase loan or refinance mortgage loans during an active Chapter 13 Bankruptcy repayment plan after one year of filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. Borrowers can qualify FHA and VA loans after they have made 12 timely payments on their Chapter 13 Bankruptcy but with Trustee Approval. To get a bankruptcy trustee’s approval for a mortgage during a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, follow these steps:

1. Consult with Your Attorney: Discuss your mortgage plan with your bankruptcy attorney.
2. Prepare a Motion: Your attorney will draft a motion to request court approval for incurring new debt.
3. Provide Justification: Explain why the mortgage is necessary and how you’ll afford it.
4. Submit to Trustee: The motion is submitted to the bankruptcy trustee for review.
5. Court Approval: If the trustee agrees, the court will issue a written approval.

This process ensures the mortgage aligns with your repayment plan. Homeowners with equity in their homes can do a cash-out refinance during Chapter 13 Bankruptcy repayment and buy out their Chapter 13 Bankruptcy early. Again, you need Trustee Approval.

[George]

A credit supplement is used by mortgage lenders during the mortgage loan process to verify or update specific information on a borrower’s credit report. Credit supplements is used to update and verify information such as account balances, payment history, or dispute resolutions. Mortgage lenders may require a credit supplement if there are discrepancies, recent changes, or incomplete information that needs to be clarified before proceeding with the loan. The goal is to ensure the most accurate and current credit data is used for underwriting, which is critical for final loan approval and interest rate determination.

[George]

Corrupt police are a problem because they destroy trust in the justice system. To deal with this, there needs to be tighter recruitment, better training, and more accountability. What you have said makes me think that we should reform how we hire cops by looking at their education levels and whether they have enough integrity for such an important position. These allegations against Oklahoma City Police Chief Carl Stout must be taken seriously to protect people’s rights and serve justice.

If anything else worries you, it would be best if you reported it to the relevant authorities or oversight committees.

[George]

According to HUD guidelines and most local building codes, a deck that is more than 30 inches above grade typically requires a railing for safety. The railing height usually needs to be at least 36 inches high. However, these guidelines can vary based on local building codes, so it’s important to check with your local jurisdiction to ensure compliance with specific FHA requirements and local regulations.

[George]

To qualify for a 3.5% down payment FHA loan, you need a 580 credit score. To qualify for an FHA loan with credit scores between 500 to 579 FICO, you need 10% down payment. As long as you have been timely on all of your payments in the past 12 months and meet the minimum debt-to-income ratio of 46.9% front-end and 56.9% back-end, you can qualify for an FHA loan and get an approve/eligible per automated underwriting system.

[George]

If you lose your job right after buying a home, it’s important to act quickly. Here are some steps to consider:

1. Contact Your Lender: Your lender will transfer you to the workout department. The workout department will work with you and give you a loan forbearance or loan modification until you find new work.
2. Inform them of your situation; they may offer forbearance or other options.
3. Review Your Finances: Determine how long you can cover mortgage payments with savings.
4. Unemployment Benefits: Apply for benefits to help with income.
5. Seek New Employment: Start job hunting immediately.
6. Staying proactive and communicating with your lender is key to managing the situation.

• This reply was modified 8 months, 1 week ago by  Sapna Sharma.

[George]

The general timeline from preapproval to “clear to close” on a home loan is 30-45 days. However, it can depend on several factors. Here’s the breakdown:

Preapproval:

It usually takes 1-3 days. This includes credit checks, income verification, and preliminary asset reviews.

House hunting and offer acceptance:

It could be days to months. Depending on market conditions and buyer preferences

Loan application: One day to submit a formal application after the offer acceptance.

Processing: 1-2 weeks: Lender gathers and reviews all necessary documentation.

Appraisal: 1-2 weeks to schedule and complete. It can take longer in busy markets.

Underwriting:

1-3 weeks Review of all documentation. May request additional information.

Conditional approval:

Usually, it is within the underwriting timeframe. The Lender may request additional documents or clarifications.

Clear to close:

1-3 days after all conditions are met Final review by underwriter

Total typical timeline:

30-45 days from offer acceptance to clear to close. It can be as quick as 21 days or up to 60+ days or more.

Factors that can affect the timeline:

Loan type (conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, NON-QM).

Borrower responsiveness in providing documents.

The complexity of the borrower’s financial situation.

Property issues (e.g., appraisal problems, title issues).

Lender’s current workload.

Market conditions.

Tips to speed up the process:

• Respond quickly to lender requests.
• Have all documents ready in advance.
• Choose an experienced lender and real estate agent.
• Be prepared for additional requests or clarifications.

Remember “clear to close” is not the final step – you still need to:

• Review the Closing Disclosure (usually three business days before closing).
• Do a final walk-through of the property.
• Attend the closing to sign the final documents.

Every loan is unique so that actual timelines can vary. It’s always best to stay in close communication with your Lender and real estate agent throughout the process to obtain the most accurate timeline based on your situation.

[George]

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac credit score guidelines is 620. You need a minimum of a 620 credit score to qualify for conventional loans. This includes owner-occupant and second home conventional loans as well as investment property conventional loans.

[George]

The smallest amount for non-QM loans depends on the lender. It is commonly between $100,000 and $150,000. This is to prevent breaking high-cost mortgage regulations. High-cost regulations state that fees must be within the set limits for these mortgages, such as 5% of their value. These rules also require non-qualified mortgage lenders to carefully structure their loans to avoid violating them while still meeting customer needs. This is especially true if they borrow a small sum. Below is an example showing what I mean by saying ‘minimum loan amount for non-qm (non-qualified mortgage) loans’:

High-Cost Mortgage Regulations

These fall under HOEPA, which stands for Home Ownership Equity Protection Act.

It aims at shielding consumers from predatory lending practices

Thresholds of High-Cost Mortgages

Normally, a loan is considered high cost if its APR exceeds the Average Prime Offer Rate (APOR) by:

• 6.5 percentage points in case of first lien transaction or:
• 8.5 percentage points when dealing with subordinate liens transactions.

Minimum Loan Amounts

• There isn’t any specific minimum figure across the board for non-QM loans.
• Mostly, lenders set their levels based on profitability and the risk involved.

Common Minimums:

• Most non-QM lenders establish minimums in the range of 100k to 150k.
• Some may go down as low as $50k or $75k.
• Hardly will you find them below $50k.

Factors Determining Minimum Requirement:

• Fixed costs related to origination & servicing.
• Each lender performs a risk assessment individually based on the borrower’s profile.
• Including credit history and income levels.
• The target market is served by particular lenders, such as consumer type (subprime borrowers).

Regional Differences:

Minimum amounts could vary depending on local real estate markets, where properties might have lower values, calling for reduced minimum thresholds accordingly.

Comparison With QM Loans:

Non-QM loans generally have higher minimums than conventional or government-backed mortgages.

Ways of Avoiding High-Cost Classification:

Lenders package their loan products carefully so as not to activate the status of being categorized under high-cost mortgages.

This could mean adjusting interest rates, fees, or loan amounts.

Policies Differ By Lender:

Every non-QM lender has its own rules, which must be followed by all parties involved.

Some lenders specialize in larger loans, while others focus on smaller ones.

Other Options For Small Amounts:

• When borrowing small sums, you may consider personal loans or home equity lines of credit (HELOC).
• It should be noted that there is no strict regulatory minimum for non-QM loans.
• Lenders often set minimums because it makes business sense.
• These can differ greatly between companies and are subject to change based on market conditions.

The best source for current information would be specific non-QM lenders since policies vary widely. Also, remember that interest rates and qualification standards are usually tougher with non-QM mortgages than with qualified mortgages.