Asking how long it takes to get a loan approved is like asking how long is a piece of string. Every application is unique, so the time between your first contact with your broker and approval can never be predetermined. There are, however, some things you can do to help speed up your home loan approval.
Although very rare, same-day loan approvals are possible depending on the lender’s criteria, the complexity of the deal and turnaround time. “In my experience, this has been possible when the client’s lending position is fairly straightforward in terms of employment, asset and liability position,” says Stephen Wells from Astute St Leonards. “Also, if a valuation wasn’t required due to a low Loan Value Ratio (LVR) and both parties were happy with the contract price, then this could speed up the time to approval.”
If you’re not prepared, it could take up to a month. The most common reason for a delay is a lender’s turnaround time to assessment, especially when some lenders have competitive offerings and experience larger application volumes, but a lack of preparation can cause this delay to snowball. “When there are delays and then a lender needs to organise a valuation or request further information, this can lead to a lengthy process time,” Stephen says.
A good finance broker will help you take all the necessary steps to ensure a fast home loan approval, but there are simple ways you can help hurry the process along before your first meeting with your broker.
Disclose all Information
To avoid back and forth requests, which can delay your application, ensure your lender has a thorough understanding of you as an applicant including appropriate identification of all borrowers. Provide all the supporting and necessary documents upfront to your broker – Astute St Leonards will provide you with a list of these documents. Convey as much detail as possible in relation to your requirements and objectives and have good, current information on your financial position. The broker will need to not only have your full financial details but will also need to take reasonable steps to verify it.
For more information have a read of our article entitled “My Broker Asks For So Many Documents“.
Skip the Valuation Queue
Not all applications require a valuation, depending on the property and lending institution, and forgoing this step can save a considerable amount of time. You can also save time by having a valuation completed prior to your application, as long as it’s accepted by your chosen lender – but check with your broker first. Astute St Leonards can recommend a good valuer should you need one.
To ensure your application avoids any unnecessary delays, speak to Stephen at Astute St Leonards, a trading name of Madison Wells Pty Ltd, who will speed up your home loan approval.
