Process Guide

How Long Does Underwriting Take?

Many conventional files move from submission to conditional approval in a few business days, then need additional time to clear conditions. Fully documented, responsive borrowers can be clear to close in roughly one to three weeks — complex income or property issues take longer.

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Typical Underwriting Stages

Underwriting is a sequence, not a single yes/no moment.

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What Speeds Things Up

The fastest files are complete on day one.

  • Full income, asset, and ID documents uploaded early
  • Quick responses to condition requests
  • Stable employment with clean W-2 history
  • Appraisal ordered immediately after contract
  • No last-minute large deposits or new debt

Common Delay Drivers

Avoid these if your closing date is tight.

  • Self-employment tax-return complexity
  • Gift funds without a complete paper trail
  • Condo questionnaires or project approval issues
  • Appraisal repairs or value concerns
  • Credit inquiries, new accounts, or job changes mid-process

How We Keep Files Moving

We front-load conditions so underwriting is not discovering basics late.

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