Steps to Getting Pre-Approved and Buying a Home
For roughly 70% of the population, the first step to buying a home is getting pre-approved for a mortgage. Whether you're 1, 3, 6, or 12+ months from buying a home, your smart to talk to a mortgage professional now to get ready. Not only can I make sure your financially ready and advise on budget, I can also make the other needed connections you'll need to have to buy a home, including realtor, movers, insurance agent, and other local connections that you'd need to buy and settle into your new community.
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If you're interested in buying a home now or at some point in the future, below are the steps to get pre-approved and the info I'd need to get your home buying journey started! Feel free to read the article in its entirety or directly below is the table of contents for you to skip ahead and find only the info you need.
Pre-Approval Steps
Step #1
Schedule a meeting, call, or Zoom > This is the way I like to start as I'm able to answer questions and learn more about what you want to do, but honestly it's totally optional in todays world. Many prefer to just dive in fill out an application, round up the documents, and communicate via email and text. If that's you, skip to Step #2. If you want to set up a call or Zoom below is a link to my calendar. Just click on it and pick out a time/day that works for you. Below that are the things I'll learn during our call/Zoom, plus answer any questions you have. CLICK HERE to go to my calendar and pick out a time/day that works for you to schedule a call or Zoom, or just CLICK HERE to email me:
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What do you want to do?
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What is your timeframe?
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What does your income look like?
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What are your monthly debt payments?
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How much do you have for a down payment?
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What do you want your payment to be?
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How is your credit?
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Step #2
Fill out an application > This should take you 20 minutes or so. Once you do this I do a SOFT PULL on credit (no impact to your credit score) and with the documents provided (Step #3) can quickly figure out what you can afford and get you pre-approved. CLICK HERE to fill out the application.
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Step #3
Round up and provide supporting documents > Below are the documents I'll likely need to get you pre-approved. Once I have a chance to review your application or talk live it's possible I'll need more but below is a good start. All documents can be uploaded securely at the very end of filling out the application:
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If W2 employee:
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Past 2 years W2’s
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1 month most current paystubs – last 2 paystubs
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If Business Owner/Landlord:
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Past 2 years Federal Income Tax Returns (usually business owner/landlords only)
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Past 2 Years Business Tax Returns and K-1’s (usually business owner only
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Retirees:
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Most recent quarterly statement for retirement account(s)
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Social Security, Pension, Annuity award letters
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All:
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Most recent bank statements for any account with funds in it that may be used for down payment
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Copy of ID/Drivers License
For All Properties Owned:
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Most recent mortgage statement(s)
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HOA monthly payment coupon (if applicable)
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Step #4
Other Financing Considerations:
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Are you looking to buy before selling your departing home? I have several Bridge Loan options that can allow you to access some of your departing homes equity to help with the down payment on your new home and pay off other debts so you can qualify.
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Do you need help with the down payment? I've got down payment assistance programs that might be able to help you with some or all of the down payment. We also have affordable loan options to help lower income and first time homebuyers more easily afford to buy.
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Step #5
Other Connections:
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Do you need a Realtor to buy or sell? CLICK HERE to sign up/connect.
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Are you selling investment property and looking to do a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange? If so CLICK HERE to set up a meeting with our 1031 Exchange group.
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Step #6
Now the fun part. You're pre-approved, now you get to go shopping and pick out your new home. If you've got a realtor I can easily work with them to get your pre-approval and any other info needed to make an offer. Or if you need a realtor, I'm very well connected throughout Oregon with the top realtors in every market and happy to make a connection to help you buy a home.
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Apply Now or Get a Rate Quote
Are you you ready to apply and get the ball rolling? CLICK HERE to take you to my application. With just a little info I can do a soft pull on credit and tell you what you'd likely qualify for and what your payment would be. At the end of the application you can upload the needed documents securely so I can complete your mortgage pre-approval.
Don't have time to apply right this second but want to find out what rates look like and what you might qualify for? CLICK HERE to get a rate quote. With just a little info I can give you an idea of what you might be able to do. If it makes sense we can move forward and get more info/pre-approve you at a later time.
Oregon/Washington/Arizona Mortgage Broker / Loan Officer
NMLS #2003696
Todd Davidson
My professional career has been built on the values of honesty, great service, excellent communication, and hard work. The mortgage process can be overwhelming, whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a more experienced buyer. I will help guide you through the mortgage process and make it seem easy and stress-free. Contact me if you are moving to or within Oregon, Washington or Arizona, and looking for an experienced and honest mortgage professional. I'm here to answer any questions, whether about a mortgage or moving to and living in the Northwest. From experience, I can tell you that living in the Northwest is fantastic. I would be honored to help you in any way I can. Call me at 971-275-2465 or email me at tdavidson@umortgage.com with any questions. For more mortgage info including FAQs, Mortgage types, and more, read on!
Todd Davidson Info
Business Address
25195 SW Parkway Ave #204
Wilsonville OR 97070
NMLS #2003696
Contact
971-275-2465
todddavidsonmortgage.com
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
​Sunday
9:00 am – 12:00 pm