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The Mortgage Process

Your mortgage journey, from application to closing.

Buying a home is a big step, but the mortgage process doesn’t have to feel complicated. I’ll be here to help you understand what’s happening, what comes next, and what I need from you along the way.

01. let's talk

Tell me your goals.

We’ll start with a conversation about what you’re looking for, your budget, and your homeownership goals. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving, building, or investing, this gives us a good starting point.

02. get pre-approved

Know your buying POWER.

We’ll review your financial information and available loan options to determine what you may qualify for. A pre-approval can help you better understand your budget before you begin seriously shopping for a home.

03. find your home

The fun part.

With your pre-approval in hand, it’s time to start house hunting! Once you find the right home and have an accepted offer, send me the details and we’ll move your financing forward.

04. submit your loan

Let's make it official.

Your mortgage application moves into the loan process. I’ll help make sure we have the necessary documents and information and keep you updated on what to expect next.

05. processing & underwriting

Behind the scenes.

Your loan and supporting documents are reviewed and verified. An appraisal may also be completed to determine the property’s value. If anything additional is needed, I’ll help you work through it.

06. final approval

Almost home.

Once underwriting requirements are satisfied, your loan can move toward final approval. You’ll receive your final closing information and prepare for closing day.

It's CLOSING DAY, YAY!

It’s time to sign your final documents, complete the closing process, and get the keys to your new home. Congratulations — you made it!

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A: 4438 State Highway 6 S, Ste. 201, College Station, TX 77845

P: (979) 255-1322
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E: cari@caribullington.com

NMLS #1144235

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Notice To Texas Loan Applicants: Consumers wishing to file a complaint against a mortgage banker, or a licensed mortgage banker residential mortgage loan originator, should complete and send a complaint form to the Texas Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending, 2601 North Lamar, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78705. Complaint forms and instructions may be obtained from the department’s website at www.sml.texas.gov. A toll-free consumer hotline is available at 1-877-276-5550. The department maintains a recovery fund to make payments of certain actual out of pocket damages sustained by borrowers caused by acts of licensed mortgage banker residential mortgage loan originators. A written application for reimbursement from the recovery fund must be filed with and investigated by the department prior to the payment of a claim. For more information about the recovery fund, please consult the department’s website at www.sml.texas.gov

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