Plaza News + Updates

Faster Closings with FHA Express

Take advantage of the new FHA Express submission option from Plaza Home Mortgage^® to accelerate closings on your qualifying core FHA loans. FHA Express is available for
W-2 and fixed income borrowers, for purchase, rate/term or cash-out refinances with Conforming or High Balance loan amounts. Qualifying loans receive expedited underwriting, are competitively priced and can often close in as little as 10 to 15 days.

And for your Fannie Mae^® and Freddie Mac loans, don’t forget that we have the Agency Express option as well.

Be sure to visit our information page for more details or contact your Plaza Account Executive today.

More Power for Going Big

Offer up to $2.5 million to qualified borrowers with the Jumbo 1 loan program from Plaza. Now your borrowers who are looking to purchase or refinance a higher-value home can take advantage of this program that offers flexible eligibility requirements and competitive rates and pricing.

Home Possible
In alignment with the Freddie Mac Bulletin 2020-45, Plaza Home Mortgage^® has updated the Home Possible^® program guidelines, effective for all loans purchased on or after March 1, 2021. Specifically, this update reduces the maximum LTV from 95% to 85% for certain Home Possible Mortgages secured by 2-4-unit properties.

On March 1, 2021, the IRS will be updating their form requirement from 4506-T to a 4506-C when obtaining transcripts through a vendor. However, the IRS has made the new form 4506-C available now. The new form will have an impact on Post Closing Quality Control Reviews, therefore we recommend that clients begin using the 4506-C as soon as possible.

All loans purchased by Plaza on or after February 1, 2021 must have closed using the new 4506-C. Prior to February 1, Plaza will accept both the 4506-T or the 4506-C form.

To avoid delays in loan purchasing, please work with your document vendor and LOS provider to ensure the new form is included in the closing packages.

Read more about this change in the 12.16.20 Fannie Mae Selling Guide announcement or reach out to your Plaza Account Executive for any questions

Mortgage Industry Leaders Discuss Leveraging Tech, Tools, and People

Plaza Home Mortgage^® was recently named one of the Top 30 Companies in Mortgage & Servicing by MReport Magazine. The companies recognized met the challenges of this year with “an ideal blend of benefits, perks, culture and atmosphere that sets them apart from the rest.” As we continue to navigate the challenges of the day, Plaza remains committed to the health and happiness of our associates and the communities we serve alike. Read more about this recognition in the November edition of MReport Magazine.