Why am I getting declined for a Harp 2.0 refinance through Freddie Mac's automated underwriting system.
I have tried with several brokers and several lenders to refinance my home through the Harp 2.0 program but I'm being told that the Automated Underwriting System for Freddie Mac isn't approving my application. My dti is about 50% and my ltv is about 140%. I have offered to pay off my credit card debit but when they re-run my application with no debt other than my mortgage its still coming back as decline. I have called Freddie Mac directly and was told that there is no reason that they see as to why I'm being declined. by diesel from Maple Valley, Washington. May 17th 2012
William J Acres (William_Acres)
#74 ranked lender in Arizona - 8,728 contributions
Both Fannie and Freddie can be fickle... having an experienced lender / processor can be very beneficial. Also, keep in mind that there has been some improvements to both Fannie and Freddie Automated Systems and they are now approving what was getting turned down 3 to 4 weeks ago.. I'm not sure when the last time you had your broker check, but if it's been more than 4 weeks ago, I would have them re run it... I'm a Broker here in Scottsdale AZ and I only lend in Arizona. If you or someone you know is looking for financing options, feel free to contact me or pass along my information. 480-287-5714 WilliamAcres.com
Chad Scott (ChadScott)
#11 ranked lender in Washington - 10 contributions
I agree with Rob that Freddie Mac can be quite fickle. Did you actually pay off the debts or did your mortgage broker just exclude them? I have found that if your balance to limit ratios are high, even if they are excluded, Freddie Mac will still issue a decline or expanded approval. This is because although the monthly payments are excluded, reducing your debt to income ratio, the overall credit profile is not changed. A very important factor in automated underwriting is a term called "utilization of credit" which takes into account how you are using credit. I am a local mortgage broker here in Snohomish county and would be happy to help you workout the issues and get you approved. Chad Scott - 425.750.6315, or chad@tmms.com.
Bradley Manhoff (Autobahn)
#3 ranked lender in Arizona - 9 contributions
The simple answer is the lenders appear not to trust Fannie Mae. The overlays mentioned in other comments were tightened almost daily. Tightening overlays helps improve the quality of loans a leder originates. Should Fannie change the rules a lender is less likely to have unsaleable loans. I hope that helped. Like you I am disappointed in the hype over HARP!
Joe Metzler (JoeMetzler)
#17 ranked lender in Minnesota - 4,843 contributions
It is simple. In my experience, Freddie Mac appears to be denying anyone over 45% debt-to-income ratio.
Linda Wintersteen (Linda123)
#63 ranked lender in Arizona - 1,256 contributions
i just some go someone thru with freddie , that could not get done anywhere else what is your loan size ?? i can do the harp in your state.. I am a private money lender, and I do not have all of the over lays .. email me at yourloanpartnerforlife@live.com or call me at 602-330-1598 i also got a approval for a fannie mae that was over 48% dti.. same rate that they were offerd by their lender
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