Today’s housing market is a little crazy, to say the least. We’re seeing many changes in interest rates and costs of homes being listed. There is currently less supply than there is demand. A market like this, along with rapid changes, makes appraisal gaps much more common. What is an appraisal gap, and how does […]
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How Appraisal Gaps Affect Your Mortgage

Is Buying a House Cheaper Than Renting?
The bulk of most individuals’ money each month goes to keeping a roof over their heads. Whether through renting or buying, we all need a place to hang our hats, so to speak. And while there are an incredible number of factors that go into that decision, there are advantages and disadvantages to both options. […]

Best Ways to Prepare for Buying a House
The process of buying a new home can be a difficult task, but once you’ve made the commitment, it’ll be well worth it in the end. Unfortunately, many people are unsure where to start when it comes to purchasing a house. Have no fear, GVC Mortgage is here to help you get started. If you […]

Pros and Cons to Building a Home
When it comes time to buy a new home, you’ll likely consider new construction. But to many people, that territory is unfamiliar. What are the pros and cons of building a new home? Is there anything to consider? Here are some things to keep in mind when making this very large decision from the team […]

What Is the Debt-To-Income Ratio?
When you’re trying to buy a house, research is very important. From researching your potential new neighborhood to knowing how much house you can afford, to understanding what your mortgage options are, there is no shortage of knowledge to acquire. At GVC Mortgage, we make it a priority to form relationships with our clients so […]

How Much Does Owning a Home Cost?
If you are currently renting a home or apartment, you may be wondering if you are paying more in rent than you would if you had a mortgage. Often, rent prices are higher than a monthly mortgage payment, and this leads renters to believe that owning a home would be cheaper in the long run. […]

Everything You Need to Know About Closing Costs
If you are in the process of buying your first home, you may think it’s as simple as finding a monthly mortgage you can afford. However, there are costs associated with buying a house that go beyond your mortgage payment, and they are referred to as “closing costs.” Today on the blog, our team at […]

3 Benefits of Home Ownership
Home ownership has changed in the United States over the past several years. The generations labeled “Millennials” and “Gen-Z” are putting off buying their first home and choosing instead to rent or live in alternative housing like RVs. However, owning a home is about more than just a roof over your head and actually provides […]

Top 3 Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Lender
When you’re trying to buy or refinance a house, nothing is more important than research – and that includes researching the mortgage company you choose to use. You will likely have countless questions regarding types of mortgages, terminology you may not be familiar with, and payment plans, so you need to work with someone you […]

Make Buying a Home Your New Year’s Resolution
It’s human nature to set goals for ourselves and try to achieve them, so it only makes sense to set big goals at the start of the new year. 2021 is here, but it’s not too late to set a New Year’s resolution for yourself. If you’ve been putting off buying a home for years […]
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- 2 most recent paycheck stubs
- 2 months of bank statements (checking, savings, etc.)
- 2 years full federal tax returns (including W-2s and 1099s)
- Copy of your driver’s license
- Insurance agent contact information
If applicable, the following items will also be needed
- Divorce decree
- Bankruptcy papers
- Proof of child support
- Awards letter (social security and pension)