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How It Works

A clear path from application to keys

We make the mortgage process transparent and predictable. Here's exactly what to expect at each step — and what you'll need from us.

01

Application

~15 minutes

Complete our secure online application. You'll provide details about your income, assets, and the property (if you have one in mind). No hard credit pull yet.

02

Pre-Qualification

Same day

We review your file, discuss your goals, and issue a pre-qualification letter stating how much you can borrow. Shop for homes with confidence and a stronger offer.

03

Find Your Home

Your timeline

Work with your agent to find the right home. Once you're under contract, we order the appraisal and begin formal underwriting.

04

Lock Your Rate

1 day

When the time is right, we lock your interest rate so it won't change before closing — protecting you from market movement while your loan is finalized.

05

Underwriting & Approval

5–10 days

Our underwriter verifies everything and issues a clear-to-close. We'll keep you updated at each milestone and request any final documents quickly.

06

Closing Day

1 hour

Sign your final documents, fund the loan, and receive the keys to your new home. Congratulations — you're a homeowner!

What to gather before you apply

Having these ready makes your application fast and accurate.

  • Photo ID and Social Security number
  • Two years of W-2s or tax returns
  • Two months of recent pay stubs
  • Two months of bank and asset statements
  • List of debts and monthly obligations
  • Contract and property details (if under contract)