
	Securing financing is just one part of a real estate transaction. Realty Benefit is experienced at aiding both new and experienced buyers alike in all areas of real estate. Contact us if your needs include a real estate pro ready for the business side of real estate.

Thinking about financing a new home in Lake Forest?

When buying a home, applying for a mortgage loan is very troublesome for a lot of people, but it doesn't have to be. Being connected with some mortgage lenders in the Lake Forest area has helped me realize a lot of the things that will make the process of applying for a loan very manageable.

1 – Make a list of questions regarding your loan program

If you find that you do not fully comprehend the ins and outs of all the different programs, make sure to bring a list of questions with you. It can be a challenge to understand the distinctions between both fixed and adjustable rate mortgages. I or one of my lender contacts can assist you with understanding the advantages and disadvantages of each.

2 – Decide when you want to lock

Locking in the interest rate signifies that the lender commits to the interest rates for the loan – most often at the time the loan application is received. By floating the rate, you can lock the rate anytime between the day you apply for the loan and the issuing of closing documents. Those who choose to float think that the interest rates will fall in the near future. Click here to see the outlook for the next 90 days of interest rates.

3 – Decide if you want to pay additional points to decrease your rate

Generally you can decide to pay additional points to lower the rate of your mortgage loan. Every point is 1 percent of the loan and is payable in cash at the time of closing. If you're uncertain if buying points is the best option for you, click here to use our points calculator.

4 – Bring your paperwork

Getting a loan requires lots of paperwork, so you should take some time to get all your documents together. Click here to get a feel for typical information that goes on a loan application.

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