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Lorie Wilson’s extensive mortgage experience and knowledge made our loan process easy, seamless, and enjoyable. From finding us the best rate to explaining details throughout the closing process, she always... read more
Christine CloningerLori Wilson was the mortgage broker that we used for our first home. She made the first time home buying process SO EASY!!! Anytime we had any questions she answered... read more
Cameron StrohlLorie and her crew really went above and beyond for me. They all answered the phones and emails with smiles and treated me with kindness and warmth. I highly recommend... read more
Gloria CampWe are so grateful to have been recommended to Hannah and the team at Foundation Mortgage. Throughout our entire experience they were there to answer any questions / concerns. I... read more
Nathaniel KamI had a good experience working with Foundation Mortgage and would recommend them. As someone very new to the mortgage process, I did run into parts of the process I... read more
Joshua SmithAustin Hines and Team, There have been very few occasions that I have felt so overwhelmed with a firms service and commitment level as I presently do with your business... read more
Glenn HayesThis was the best experience I've had with the process of buying a house and found my dream home! Lorie Wilson was so helpful and kind and explained everything along... read more
Elizabeth BreedenClint was great to work with and available any time that was needed. With as stressful as the housing market is right now, he made it as seamless as possible
Cam ThorNick Galbraith and team at Foundation Mortgage are true professionals! Nick was referred by our real estate agent, Cole Edwards, Knoxville, TN. Nick and team were excellent communicators... read more
Warren F. NystromLorie Wilson’s extensive mortgage experience and knowledge made our loan process easy, seamless, and enjoyable. From finding us the best rate to explaining details throughout the closing process, she always... read more
Christine CloningerLori Wilson was the mortgage broker that we used for our first home. She made the first time home buying process SO EASY!!! Anytime we had any questions she answered... read more
Cameron StrohlLorie and her crew really went above and beyond for me. They all answered the phones and emails with smiles and treated me with kindness and warmth. I highly recommend... read more
Gloria CampWe are so grateful to have been recommended to Hannah and the team at Foundation Mortgage. Throughout our entire experience they were there to answer any questions / concerns. I... read more
Nathaniel KamI had a good experience working with Foundation Mortgage and would recommend them. As someone very new to the mortgage process, I did run into parts of the process I... read more
Joshua SmithMeet the Team at Foundation Mortgage
President - Loan Officer | NMLS: 154881, 235215 TN, 154881 AR, LO114963 FL, 154881 GA, MC852652 KY, I-214170 NC & SC
Borrower Success Coordinator | NMLS: 1828547, 195851 TN
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Overview of the process for buying or refinancing with Foundation Mortgage
The first step in securing a home loan is to fill out a loan application. Depending on what works best for you, you can either complete the application online or meet face-to-face with one of our loan officers. Once the application is completed, the loan officer will discuss your overall financial goals and then provide you with loan program options. Your loan program options are determined by many variables including;
The loan officer’s goal is to clearly document your financial qualifications for the loan which you have applied. In order to achieve this, the loan officer will ask you to provide some documentation that supports your income and assets such as:
Once the documentation has been gathered, we will then verify your employment history and assets. We will also obtain your credit report, order the preliminary title report from the title company, and order your property appraisal. Once this information is returned to us, we will submit the file to the underwriter for approval.
The Underwriter is responsible for ensuring that your loan file meets the qualifying guidelines. During their review, it is not uncommon for the underwriter to ask for additional documentation and/or clarification on different areas of the file. These are called “conditions”.
Your loan may be approved as submitted, approved with conditions, or a counteroffer may be made for your consideration. If there are conditions to the loan approval, your loan officer will work with you to satisfy these conditions. Examples of conditions may include explanation letters, copies of financial documents, divorce papers, or any number of items that will clarify your qualifications for the loan.
After the loan conditions are met (if any), the necessary loan documents are prepared for closing. The lender will prepare the necessary documents to be signed by you. Your escrow officer or attorney will arrange for an appointment with you when the loan papers are ready to be signed.
We work alongside the closing attorney to assemble the final paperwork and confirm the total funds needed for the closing day. Everything we do leading up to this point ensures that the closing table is a smooth and exciting experience. Now, enjoy the moment as you receive the keys to your new home.
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