Mark Gust

NMLS # 1895500

907-222-8814

gustm@residentialmtg.com

Mark Gust Mortgage Loan Originator
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PURCHASE WITH PURPOSE

Whether you want to buy your family’s first residence or grow your portfolio, we’re committed to moving your future forward.

WHY BUY A HOME?

Stability

No more worrying about landlords or rent increases, and you’ll be able to live in your home for as long as you like. Never be surprised by rent increases again.

Growth

Homes are important stepping stones, whether as temporary housing that can recoup its “rent” upon sale, or as your next step on the path to prosperity. Homes can increase in value, so every payment is an investment.

Opportunity

Many things become possible once you own a home, and taking control of your housing opens doors. Talk to one of our loan originators about the possibility of home ownership and the possibilities that come with it!

Support

Everyone should own a home. State and federal agencies often give more assistance to homebuyers than to renters. Many diverse programs exist to make homeowning easier and more affordable than ever before.

Our Process

Explore each step to learn more.

STEP 1 GET PREQUALIFIED
STEP 2 CHOOSE A REALTOR
STEP 3 MAKE AN OFFER
STEP 4 HOME INSPECTION
STEP 5 PROCESSING & APPRAISAL ORDER
STEP 6 UNDERWRITING
STEP 7 CLEAR TO CLOSE
STEP 8 CLOSING DAY

FAQs

There are several factors that determine the loan amount and purchase price that you can afford. For qualification purposes, lenders look at income, debt, assets (how much money you have for the down payment, closing fees, points, and other funds necessary to close your loan), as well as credit profile. There are many different loan programs that offer different terms and rates, and some require lower down payments than others and offer more flexibility in credit and income. The best thing to do is get pre-qualified so that you know what loan programs you qualify for, the price range you can afford, and what your monthly payments will be. We will provide a pre-qualification at no cost.

With our wide variety of low and no down payment options, you can buy a home for very little down payment – if any. We offer VA, FHA, USDA, HUD 184, Bond Loans, and Conventional loan options that require less than the typical 5% down payment. You’ll still need to consider closing costs, prepaid taxes, insurance, and reserves when calculating your needed funds. With some loan programs, the seller can pay any or all of these if negotiated as such – it’s possible to get into a home with no funds at closing in some cases. Call one of our experienced Mortgage Loan Originators to see which option is best for you!

Although a home inspection is not required, it is highly recommended you hire the services of a professional qualified inspector to help you determine the condition of the home you are looking to purchase. A professional inspector will look for any structural issues as well as mechanical problems that may exist in the home that could cause problems in the future. In addition to a structural review, an inspector will also check faucets, toilets, appliances, and other items in the home to make sure everything is in working order. If something needs to be addressed, your agent can help you negotiate corrections / repairs.

A home inspection is a review of the property by a home inspector, who looks at the property from a health and safety, maintenance, and structural perspective and recommends changes/corrections to bring the property up to a higher standard.

A home appraisal is a value assessment done by a professional appraiser. The appraiser looks at the property and sales price, compares it to other recent sales in the area, and computes an indicated value. The appraiser may also note deficiencies in the property with or without the help of a home inspection.

Standard documentation collected for a purchase transaction includes information regarding your income such as paystubs covering the most recent 30 days and W-2s for the last two years, tax returns, asset information such as bank or mutual fund stock statements covering the last 60 days showing source of funds for your down payment, closing fees, points, pre-paid items, and other funds needed to close your loan.

A typical period is 30 to 60 days. The period defined on the purchase contract and agreed upon by both buyer and seller is usually what dictates when your loan closes.

Typically, you will sign your loan documents at a designated settlement office such as a Title Company or Escrow Company office. You will review and sign all your loan documents and then present a certified or cashier’s check to pay the remaining down payment, closing fees and other applicable closing funds. Once the loan documents are signed, the file will go to recording and the next business day you will be the proud owner of your new home. Don’t forget to change the locks!