What supporting documentation is required?
You will be asked to show supporting documentation, here is the complete list of what will be asked:
Income Documentation
- W2 Earner: Recent 30 Days Paystubs & Last Year’s W2
- Self-Employed: Recent Two Years 1040 Tax Returns (federal portion only)
Asset Documentation
- Most Recent Two Month’s Bank Statements, all pages included
If Real Estate or Land Owned
- Mortgage Statements, all properties
- Homeowner’s (Fire) Insurance Policies, all properties
- HOA Monthly Dues Statements, all properties, as applicable
Home Purchase Documentation
- Fully Executed Purchase Agreement
- Escrow & Realtor Contact Information
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