Mortgage Loans
Lincoln County Credit Union Has Affordable Mortgage Solutions for All Your Desires
Flexible terms and payments to fit your financial needs. Whether it’s a new purchase, refinance or home improvement. We can help you feel at home. By choosing Lincoln County Credit Union for your mortgage solutions, your money stays local to support our community. We have a variety of rates and terms to offer depending upon the borrower's creditworthiness and the subject property's characteristics. Rates are subject to change without notice. In order to lock a rate, an application must be submitted and rate lock agreement must be signed. To apply for a mortgage loan: fill out the application below, stop by, or call to speak with one of our friendly and knowledgeable Loan officers today.
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Homebuying and Mortgage Loan Glossary
A loan with an interest rate that may fluctuate during the term of the loan.
The method of retiring a standard auto loan. In it, a steady stream of constant payments pays down the loan principal and interest. The first payments are comprised almost entirely of interest; the last almost entirely of principal.
The cost of the loan in percentage terms taking into account various loan charges which you may pay to obtain the loan. The IS NOT necessarily the same as your “note rate” (the agreed rate of interest). The Federal Government made it a requirement for lenders to quote an APR as well as the note rate to borrowers so you could more easily compare different lenders’ quoted rates.
A very thorough report prepared by a licensed appraiser that estimates the property’s value.
A type of loan in which a consumer agrees to pay a large, pre-determined amount at the end of the term.
The total costs associated with getting a real estate loan. This may include the appraisal fees, loan origination fees, and title insurance.
Real estate loans that are not government-insured or guaranteed.
A report that contains information about your borrowing habits and money-managing skills. Lenders use it to determine whether to approve a loan and to set the terms. A person with a good credit report is likely to get a better interest rate than someone with a poor credit report.
A legal document in which real property is pledged by the borrower to the lender as collateral for the loan.
The condition that occurs when a consumer fails to fulfill the obligations set out in the loan or lease.
An asset's decline in value over the course of its useful life.
The process of having regular payments, such as paychecks and government benefits checks credited directly to your bank account.
The amount of money a buyer contributes toward the purchase price of the home.
The written agreement to buy real estate. Among other things, this agreement specifies the purchase price and earnest money deposit amount. It is very important that you understand all the conditions which are typically on the document. Ask your realtor for clarification.
A loan with an interest rate that stays the same for the entire term of the loan.
Insurance on the property covering it against flood damage. Your lender will advise you if it is necessary to get this coverage. It is not commonly included in the standard homeowner’s insurance package.
Insurance on the property covering it against damage. Most buyers purchase a homeowner’s policy which provides additional coverage for liability and personal property.
The part of a home's value that the mortgage borrower owns outright; the difference between the fair market value of the home and the principal balances of all mortgage loans.
The amount a borrower must pay in addition to paying back the amount originally borrowed.
All loan papers are prepared for the borrower to sign. The papers are typically signed at the office of a third party which was designated on the original purchase agreement.
A document that is prepared by the lender, disclosing all expected costs associated with getting a loan. The LCCU real estate staff are pleased to prepare this for you when you are shopping for your loan.
Collecting and verifying detailed information concerning both the borrower and the property. This involves obtaining a credit report, verifying the income the borrowers stated on their application, verifying the borrowers have sufficient money for the down payment and closing costs and obtaining an appraisal on the property.
All activities that occur from the time the loan is closed until it is paid off. This includes receiving payments, paying property taxes, and insurance, and sending out regularly scheduled information to borrowers about their loan. It is not unusual to have your loan servicing transferred many times during the life of your loan.
The process of reviewing all verified information collected in loan processing to determine whether or not the loan is a good risk. The loan is evaluated based on the lender’s guidelines and practical experience.
Insurance you may privately obtain that will pay off the balance owed on the mortgage upon the death of the insured party.
The agreed rate of interest to be charged on a real estate loan.
Common term used to describe what is included with your monthly home payment. It stands for Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance.
Provides coverage to the lender in the event of default. Real estate lenders generally require PMI on all loans where the down payment is less than 20%.
Insures against loss due to undiscovered claims against the property purchased.