The Home Loan Process

Demystifying Home Loans

If you haven’t experienced it before, the home loan process can feel overwhelming, but our agents will help you stay informed throughout the process, from pre-approval to closing. The first thing to do is consult with a mortgage specialist (or two). If you don’t already have someone in mind, we partner with some of the best lenders in the industry, and we’d be happy to introduce you, so you’ll be taken care of.

Get Pre-Approval

Before you start looking for a home to buy, it’s a good idea to meet with your Loan Officer to get pre-approved for a loan amount. At this stage, the lender gathers information about income, assets and debts of the borrower (you) to determine how much house you may be able to afford. This includes a credit report, W-2 forms, pay stubs, Federal Tax Returns and recent bank statements. There are a variety of different loan programs, so make sure to get pre-qualification for the specific programs that best suit your needs.

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Application & Processing

What happens when a loan goes "live"

When you find property you’re ready to buy, your lender will help you complete a full mortgage loan application, and talk you through the various fees and down payment options. The application is submitted to processing, where the documents are reviewed and appraisals and title examination are ordered. Then the loan is sent to an underwriter, who reviews and approves the entire loan if it meets compliance.

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Closing

Signing and Finalizing the deal

Don’t be surprised if you’re asked for additional documentation or clarification throughout the process. Once your loan is approved, don’t forget to set up homeowners insurance. Your documents will be sent to the title company, where you’ll sign for the new home and pay any remaining costs. Then the loan is recorded and you get the keys. Congratulations, happy homeowner!

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Home Financing in Utah: From Mortgage Pre-Approval to Closing

The first step in financing a Utah home is to talk with a mortgage specialist and get pre-approved. If you don't already have a lender, Red Sign Real Estate Team partners with experienced lenders and can introduce you. Red Sign is part of Keller Williams Westfield in Orem, serves the whole state of Utah, and has sold over 3,000 homes since 2008.

1. Get pre-approved

Meet with a loan officer before you start touring homes. The lender reviews your income, assets, and debts to estimate how much house you may be able to afford. Expect to provide a credit report, W-2 forms, pay stubs, federal tax returns, and recent bank statements. Loan programs vary, so get pre-qualified for the ones that fit you best, such as conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, or Utah Housing Corporation programs.

2. Application and processing

Once you find a home, your lender helps you complete the full mortgage application and explains fees and down payment options. Processing reviews your documents and orders the appraisal and title examination, then an underwriter reviews the loan for approval.

3. Closing

Be ready for requests for extra documents. After approval, set up homeowners insurance. You'll sign at the title company and pay any remaining costs, the loan is recorded, and you get the keys.

Next steps: search Utah homes for sale, read how Red Sign helps buyers, call (801) 733-7446, or ask to be connected with a lender.