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Has TRID Really Affected Mortgage Closing Times?



Last October, TRID was enacted to regulate the mortgage process. With new rules, regulations, and timelines, many people feared that it would take longer to close a mortgage.

Although many people worried that TRID would prolong the mortgage process, it hasn’t added much time to mortgage closings for the better lenders. Although TRID made the mortgage process more complex, the companies that have always done well will continue to do well while the companies that used to struggle will continue to struggle. We see this as a great opportunity to separate ourselves from the competition.

As a consumer or referral partner, TRID reinforces the fact that you want to work with a great mortgage professional when buying a home.

In February 2016, the official industry standard was an average of 47 days to close a mortgage purchase. Many lenders can close much quicker. Our Newtown Branch average close time is 28 days. By working with us, you can cut that industry standard (47 days) in half. We have no trouble hitting deadlines thanks to our great underwriting and processing team. Everyone's goal in our branch is to meet or exceed closing dates.

We like to meet and exceed deadlines to raise the bar. We have even closed in 17 days post-TRID. That is not standard, but we can absolutely close in 20 to 25 days if you need us to. As the market heats up and multiple offers are more common, our quick closing time is a significant competitive advantage to you. 

Keep in mind that every loan is unique. If you have very complex tax returns or extenuating circumstances, it’s always a good idea to check first. However, in a vast majority of situations we can close in 30 days or less.



If you have any questions, give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to help you!

What’s the Difference Between Pre-Approval and Pre-Qualification?



Today, we’re going to discuss the difference between a pre-qualification and a pre-approval. Although people who aren’t in the mortgage business use these terms synonymously, they are actually quite different.

AnnieMac Home Mortgage does an excellent job with pre-qualifications. We don’t want customers to get their hopes up thinking they will get approved for a mortgage only to find out they can’t qualify. We look at tax returns, W-2s, and pay stubs. We do a full analysis of the items you need to get qualified. The loan originator reviews this information and determines whether the loan will fall within the program guidelines.

A pre-approval goes one step further. This is a much more stringent process. Not all lenders offer pre-approvals, either. We offer a TBD (to be determined) pre-approval. You can get this pre-approval before you even have a house picked out. We will submit your credit, income, and assets to the underwriter, who ultimately signs off on the work the loan originator has done.



A pre-approval is much stronger than a pre-qualification.


The pre-approval letter carries more weight when you make an offer. It also takes a load off your mind because you know that the loan has been properly vetted up front. A pre-qualification can be done very thoroughly, but the pre-approval is signed by the underwriter, who is the lender’s ultimate decision maker. The pre-approval really strengthens your negotiating position and eases anxiety because you know you won’t hit any roadblocks. 


If you have any questions, just give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to help you!

What Are You Doing on May 18th?



I want to take a moment to invite everybody to a fun event that we’re holding on Wednesday, May 18th from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Northampton Valley Country Club.

From 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., you will get to hear a national speaker and trainer provide helpful information on how to turbo-charge your business for 2016 and beyond. After that, there will be a social and happy hour.

All of our guests will receive free gifts, and the first 25 people to RSVP will get free drink tickets. Don’t miss out on the great food and fun!


Click here to RSVP. I look forward to seeing you there!