Mortgage Application Document Checklist
November 2, 2018 • 1 minute read
What do I need to apply for a mortgage?
Please note: while these items are typically standard requirements, it varies from borrower to borrower and additional or different documentation may be needed. Your Loan Officer will keep you updated.
Personal
- Driver’s license
- Social Security card
- Divorce decree (if applicable)
- Proof of veteran status (for VA loan) Employment/Income
- Federal income tax returns for the previous two years
- W-2 forms for the previous two years
- Pay stubs for the previous 30 days
- Proof of additional income, such as Social Security benefits, child support, or alimony (if applicable)
- Previous two years’ and year-to-date profit and loss statements (if self-employed)
- Balance sheet for the most recent quarter (if self-employed)
Assets
- Statements for checking and savings accounts for the last three months
- Statements for retirement funds and other investments for the last three months
- Titles for automobiles and other property
- If part of the down payment comes from gift, a gift letter – we will provide a form for you to complete.
Liabilities
- Most recent statements for credit cards, loans, and other credit
- Canceled checks (or other proof of payment) for rent or mortgage for the last 12 months
- Court documentation for bankruptcy or judgment (if applicable)
- Listing agreement or sales contract for current home (if applicable)
Property
- Sales contract
- Proof of earnest money deposit
- Proof of homeowners insurance (needed before closing)
- Contact information for homeowners association (if applicable)