Here are the questions we get asked most often:

  1. What is the difference between being Pre-Qualified and Pre_Approved?
  2. What is the typical down payment?
  3. What kind of loan programs does Sharpe Mortgage have?
  4. How do I get started?
  5. What is the normal closing time?
  6. Do I need to attend the closing?
  7. Can I have more than one loan processed with you?

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What is the difference between being Pre-Qualified and Pre_Approved?

Pre-qualified ...
I'll be happy to "pre-qualify" you over the phone, By answering a few questions about your income and obligations, we can give you a price range of what home you can afford. We can also provide a free "Good Faith Estimate" which will show you the total closing costs and fees for closing your loan. You may fill out our On-Line Loan Application and we will be able to tell you what loan programs you qualify for.

Pre-approved ...
If you feel you will be purchasing a property in the next 4 months, applying for a "Pre-Approval" will provide you with a loan commitment that is good for 120 days. The cost is minimal, which covers your credit reports and you are given this monies back as a credit towards your closing costs. It is not uncommon for two buyers to make an offer on a home at the same time. If you already have been "Pre-Approved", your offer will be more enticing to the Seller(s).

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What is the typical down payment?

Each loan program has different minimums that vary from 0% down( VA), 3% FHA, 3 to 5% Conventional and 10% down Investor loans. We also have Construction loans and lot loans available for qualifying borrowers. Teachers have special financing with little or no monies down-----be sure to ask about this loan program if this is your occupation.

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What kind of loan programs does Sharpe Mortgage have?

All of the following:

  • Residential Mortgages - 1st, Seconds and Line Equity Loans
  • Fixed Rate or Adjustable ARM's
  • Jumbo Mortgages
  • Construction - Perm Loans - New Construction Lot Loans
  • Foreign National Loans
  • No-income Verification Loans
  • Investor Properities - Second Homes
  • FHA and VA
  • OPTION ARMS and NEG AM Loans
  • Refinances Second Mortgage and Home Equity Lines of Credit
  • Commercial Real Estate Based Loans

ALL loans available anywhere in the state of Florida! 

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How do I get started?

Fill out our on-line application or contact us at (813) 876-5555.

If you live outside of the state of Florida, our number is 800-283-6230.

If E-mail is your preferred method of communication, write us at contactme@sharpemotgage.com.

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What is the normal closing time?

Typically it is 30 days and we can close in less time if we have all the pertinent closing documents.

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Do I need to attend the closing?

No, you do not have to as long as we have enough time to submit the documents, have loan approval and have the title company courier the documents to you and have them back to the title company by the closing date on your real estate contract.

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Can I have more than one loan processed with you?

Yes, there is no limit to the number of loans and types of loans that you may have. You must qualify and have all the necessary funds, assets and support documents for each lender.

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Sharpe Mortgage Lending Service
P.O. Box 10277 Tampa, FL 33679
Phone: 813-876-5555
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