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Loan Process

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Home Financing Success

At Edge Home Finance, Chad Huffstetler we believe the home loan process should be smooth, transparent, and empowering. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or refinancing your current mortgage, understanding the steps can help you feel confident and in control. Here's how Chad Huffstetler and our team guide you every step of the way.

Pre-qualification

Know What You Can Afford—Before You Start Shopping

Know What You Can Afford—Before You Start Shopping
Pre-qualification is the starting point of your mortgage journey. During this step, we review your income, debts, credit, and financial goals to estimate how much home you can afford. This insight helps you set realistic expectations and narrow your search to homes within your budget.
If you're considering refinancing, pre-qualification also helps determine if refinancing makes financial sense based on your current loan, rate, and equity.

Application

Kick Off the Loan Process with a Strong Foundation

Once you're ready to purchase or refinance, we begin the official application. We'll match you with the right loan program—whether it's FHA, VA, conventional, or another option—and gather all the necessary documentation for underwriting. You'll receive key disclosures like the Loan Estimate (LE) and Truth-in-Lending Statement (TIL) within three business days.

Processing Your Estimated Loan

Behind-the-Scenes Accuracy for Faster Approval

Know What You Can Afford—Before You Start Shopping

Our processing team verifies your financial documents, employment history, credit report, and more. If any issues arise—such as late payments or credit errors—we’ll help you address them quickly. We’ll also coordinate third-party services like home appraisals and title searches.


The goal during this stage is to build a complete, accurate loan file for underwriting and minimize delays.

Underwriting

Loan File Review and Conditional Approval

The underwriter evaluates your full loan file to ensure it meets all lender guidelines. If additional documents are required, your file may be placed in a brief “suspense” period. Don’t worry—this is common.
Once approved, you'll receive a conditional approval, which outlines final items needed before closing. At this stage, we also order title insurance and confirm all property-related documentation is complete.

Closing

The Final Step—Sign, Fund, and Move In

After final approval, it’s time to close. You’ll sign documents, finalize your interest rate, and fund the loan. Depending on your state, this may happen at a title company, an attorney’s office, or even in your home.
Once complete, the funds are disbursed and the property officially becomes yours. Welcome home!

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Let us simplify the process. Schedule a free mortgage consultation today with Chad Huffstetler Edge Home Finance to explore your options and get personalized guidance from a mortgage expert who listens, explains, and delivers results.

Contact Info

Chad Huffstetler

NMLS ID: #114612

+1 888-290-3641

[email protected]

Address

Edge Home Finance

5868 Baker Road
Minnetonka, MN 55345

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