Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate

Category: Mortgage lender in Danville, California

Address: 430 Sycamore Valley Rd Suite 200, Danville, CA 94526, USA

Phone: +16504006091

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30AM–6PM

Tuesday: 8:30AM–6PM

Wednesday: 8:30AM–6PM

Thursday: 8:30AM–6PM

Friday: 8:30AM–6PM

Saturday: 8:30AM–6PM

Reviews

Steve Arentzoff

May 29, 2022

Rich and his team were fantastic to work with. They provided good communication throughout the process, orchestrated all the documentation we needed to provide, and locked in our rate at just the right time

Michelle Childree

Aug 31, 2021

We were going to refinance through our current lender but I thought we could get a better rate. When I reached out to Rich he was able to get us a better rate, a better appraised value, a bigger loan amount and more cash out. Our situation was very complicated and he worked with us every step of the way to get it done. His staff was on top of everything and quick to respond and get things done.

Kristina Kanter

Jun 2, 2021

The loan took longer to approve than we thought, but that was mostly due to the Underwriter. Rich and his staff were always professional and the cost was very reasonable. Would definitely use them again.

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Questions & Answers

Are your offices open?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Mar 17, 2022
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Mar 17, 2022

All Preferred Rate offices are open! However, we ask that you kindly call ahead to make an appointment ahead of your visit.

What is the debt-to-income ratio?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Mar 17, 2022
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Mar 17, 2022

There are many things we take into consideration when evaluating a loan application. One main determining factor is your debt-to-income ratio. The debt-to-income ratio is exactly what it sounds like: it’s the amount of debt you have compared to your income. For example, say you and your partner make $7,000 a month before taxes (your gross income), but you have student loans, a credit card payment, and a car loan that equates to $1,000. That makes your current debt-to-income ratio would be 14.

When do I get the keys to my new home?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021

This will depend on the seller’s terms. There are situations where this can be negotiated, but the keys are normally given to a buyer after the loan has funded. If you are trying to occupy your home before the loan funds, you will need to get that included in the contract. Talk to your real estate agent about early occupancy if you need to move into a home before it can close.

What happens after the loan is closed?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Mar 17, 2022

There are three steps in the closing process: 1. Going to signing, where those who are purchasing the home and the sellers sign all of the documents. 2. Those are sent back to the lender, who then agrees that it’s good to go and funding is approved. 3. Your loan records with the county/state. Funding is the actual act of the lender wiring the loan amount funds to the title company, who will then release the funds to the seller. Once this happens, the purchase will be recorded with the county. Once that is done, the buyer receives the keys.

What are some things I shouldn’t do when waiting for a house loan to close?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Mar 17, 2022

If you’ve already completed the application, had your offer accepted by the seller, and are now in underwriting, you are still under scrutiny. Your credit, employment, and finances are being watched, and they will be checked until you close your loan. During this time and until the loan has funded and you’ve signed the papers, do not: 1. Open a credit card. 2. Buy a new car. 3. Change jobs, or quit your job. 4. Spend all of your savings. If you have a desire to do any of those things, wait until after your loan closes.

What happens after I put in an offer on a home?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021

Depending on the terms in your offer, the seller usually has a short window of time to respond to your offer, either with a counteroffer, declination, or acceptance of your offer. Your real estate agent is your advocate in this transaction and will negotiate on your behalf, or decline a counteroffer for you. Getting your offer accepted is just one of many steps in the home-buying process.

What happens when I find a house I want to buy?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Mar 17, 2022

You put in an offer! First, though, you should be preapproved. The preapproval letter is a great way to show the home seller that you’re serious and that you can back up your offer. Depending on the real estate market in your area, getting preapproved before you find a home may be a good idea.

What do I need to qualify for a loan?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021

In order to determine if you are qualified for a loan, you should start the application process! You can do that either in person or over the phone, or you can apply online. There are many items to check off the list in order to qualify for a loan, including having sufficient funds, a job, and a good-to-excellent credit score. From there, we would go through the loan process, which we’ve laid out here: https://preferredrate.com/homebuyers-guide/

What can I do to prepare for a home loan application?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Mar 17, 2022

While the ideal situation would allow for you to save a large amount of cash for a large down payment, that isn’t always possible. Save what money you can, but aside from that, you can begin getting your affairs in order so as to prove who you are, that you are employed, and that you have sufficient cash to close.

What kinds of loans are available to home buyers?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021

The types of loans available to home buyers will differ based on their financial situations, certain programs the government is offering at the time, and what type of house they are looking to buy. Here are a few of the different loans we offer: https://preferredrate.com/loan-options/

Are there different types of mortgages?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021

Yes! There are many different types of mortgage loans. We offer a few, and you can read more about them here: https://preferredrate.com/loan-options/

What is a mortgage loan?

Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021
Rich Atkinson - Preferred Rate | Sep 13, 2021

A mortgage loan, also referred to as simply a mortgage is a loan offered to a person/entity in order to purchase real property. A mortgage can also be used to place a lien on a property being mortgaged in order to raise funds for whatever reason. This is often referred to as a second mortgage.

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