Guide to Refinance, Mortgage,
& Home Equity Loans in
Ogden, Utah (UT)

Current homeowners already know that with the moderate four seasons, country living atmosphere, and outdoors at its best, Ogden, UT is a nature lover’s dream. Only 36 miles from Salt Lake City, you can find a myriad of recreational activities to participate in. Outdoor activities include camping, hiking, biking, bird-watching, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and, of course, skiing. On the cultural side there is ballet, opera, the symphony and theater.

If you are ready to call Ogden home, we welcome you. Your next step is to decide how to find the lender who is right for you.

Most people are familiar with the traditional lenders – banks, credit unions, savings and loans – but consider using a mortgage broker.

A mortgage broker can find the mortgage, refinance loan, or home equity loan that fits your circumstances and you don’t have to spend the time and energy researching the possibilities yourself. A mortgage broker negotiates with multiple lenders to find the best available loan that meets your needs. Even though the mortgage broker charges a fee for his services, you will save money because the fee is usually less than what a traditional lender would charge for these same services. You also benefit from the savings found because the mortgage broker will find a better rate than would otherwise be available through a traditional lender.

After choosing the right lender for your loan, what is expected of you? Be prepared to disclose a lot of personal and financial information. Your lender needs this information to make the best choices and determine which loan is right for you. Trusting your lender with this information is imperative. If you are uncomfortable giving this information to your lender, find a lender you can trust:

  • Employment Information. You will be asked to provide proof of employment. This is done when the lender sends a Verification of Employment form to your employer. Payment stubs and other employment information will also be requested by the lender. The loan that you will qualify for will depend upon your wages and your current employment status. Your lender will use these things to select the mortgage, refinance loan, or home equity loan that fits your needs.
  • Financial History. Your financial history includes more than just your employment information. Your credit history along with your other assets (i.e., 401K plans, stocks and bonds, mutual funds, bank accounts including both checking and savings) are vital to the loan qualifying process. A Verification of Deposit will be sent to all the banks you hold accounts with to determine how you handle your financial transactions. Other possible items needed to qualify are tax returns and rent or mortgage payments. Keep in mind that all these factors will help set your interest rate, payments, loan size, and term of loan.
  • Special Circumstances. Your lender needs to know if you have filed for bankruptcy in the recent past or if you are having financial problems, such as health issues or a family member has been in an accident. These issues may help to waive some items on your loan. This is all dependent on the lender’s criteria. You may also qualify for a VA loan if you or a member of your family is a veteran. These loans require little or no down payment. Your lender needs to know any relevant information like this to explore all loan possibilities. Finding a lender you trust with this personal information is a must.

Once you’ve been in Ogden for some time, your thoughts may turn to refinancing your current mortgage or taking out a home equity loan. In most cases, you’ll be expected to prepare the same information, so ask your lender exactly what you’ll need to apply for these kinds of loans.

Our mortgage brokers are confident that they can help you get your next mortgage, refinance loan, or home equity loan. Trust us with your information and we will guide you through the loan process. Contact our office to set up an appointment with one of our experienced mortgage brokers to discuss your financial needs.


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