Whether you're a first time buyer or a seasoned investor, WaFd Bank is a portfolio lender that will be with you every step.
* To qualify for the maximum $600 discount, before closing documents are prepared you must (1) have or open the WaFd checking account, (2) register for EZ-Pay from the new checking account, and (3) sign up for direct deposit of at least one form of a monthly recurring source of income.
A Few Reasons Why a Portfolio Mortgage Lender like WaFd Bank is a Big Advantage
Mortgage Calculator / Rate Finder
- Payments quoted may include estimates of taxes & insurance, so actual payments may be higher.
- Subject to credit approval.
- APR (Annual Percentage Rate) is based on loan amount and interest rate.
- 0.768333% tax rate used in estimate.
- Rates for owner occupied homes only.
- This calculator is for educational purposes only, and may not represent WaFd Bank’s lending program requirements.
- Ask us about additional available loan programs.
- Payments quoted may include estimates of taxes & insurance, so actual payments may be higher.
- Subject to credit approval.
- APR (Annual Percentage Rate) is based on loan amount and interest rate.
- 0.77% tax rate used in estimate.
- Rates for owner occupied homes only.
- This calculator is for educational purposes only, and may not represent WaFd Bank’s lending program requirements.
- Ask us about additional available loan programs.
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We have the ability to recalculate and re-amortize your mortgage payments if there is a large reduction in principal. This could be a great option to reduce your monthly payment without the difficulty and expense of refinancing.
Prospective homebuyers may find it easier to qualify for a mortgage loan from a portfolio lender than a traditional lender.
We succeed at contingent loans and liquid asset based borrowers. Cross Collateralization that reduces or eliminates down payments. As a portfolio lender, we can invest and lend where other banks won't.
WaFd offers assistance for borrowers who are experiencing difficulty in making their mortgage payments.
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