Mortgage Basics

Application Checklist

The checklists below are provided as a general guide of the information and materials typically needed when applying for a home loan. Note that every borrower's situation is unique, and additional documentation may be required based on your individual circumstances and the type of loan you choose.

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  • Driver’s license (copy front and back) 
  • Green card (copy front and back) / EAD card (if applicable) 
  • W-2 forms for the past two years 
  • Personal tax returns for the past 2 years
  • Business tax returns for the past 2 years (for business owners) 
  • Most updated paystubs
  • Most updated bank statement 
  • For each property you own, please provide:
    - Most recent mortgage statement
    - Most recent homeowner’s insurance invoice
    - Most recent HOA invoice 
  • Signed purchase agreement or sales contract 
  • Attorney’s contact email address 
  • Insurance agent’s contact email address

  • Driver’s license (copy front and back) 
  • Social security number 
  • Green card (copy front and back) / EAD card (if applicable) 
  • Most updated bank statement 
  • Employment Information:
    - Employer's name and address 
  • For each property you own, please provide:
    - Most recent mortgage statement
    - Most recent homeowner’s insurance invoice
    - Most recent HOA invoice
    - Lease / Rental agreement
  • Signed purchase agreement or sales contract 
  • Insurance agent’s contact email address 
  • Attorney / Title’s contact email address