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The Do’s and Don’ts of the Mortgage Loan Process (Before You Apply)

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I get where you’re coming from, but I think there’s a bit of over-caution here. Keeping things “boring” in your accounts, as you put it, isn’t always realistic—especially if you’ve got freelance gigs or family money transfers.

If you need to move money around, document it and be ready to explain it.
That’s the key. I refinanced last year and had a couple odd deposits, but clear records made it a non-issue. Underwriters are thorough, but as long as you can show where funds come from, I don’t think you have to freeze your financial life for months.


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Yeah, I’ve had underwriters ask about a $200 Venmo from my brother labeled “pizza.” It’s wild what they’ll flag. But you’re right—if you can show a paper trail, it’s usually fine. Life doesn’t stop just because you’re buying a house.


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