Additional eClose Solution Now Available!
We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Encompass eClose as one of our Digital Closings providers. We will begin using Encompass eClose on February 17, 2025 to: Improve the borrower experience by having one login for signing…
Important Update About the Servicing of GMFS Mortgage Loans
Effective 02/04/2025, GMFS will transfer some of the FHA, VA and USDA it is currently servicing to Carrington Mortgage Services(CMS). Customer Support: Carrington Mortgage Services’ Customer Service team is ready to assist your clients with any questions or concerns. The…
Purchase Advantage by CAFA Suspended
After years of a successful partnership with Capital Area Finance Authority to provide the Purchase Advantage product to our borrowers, GMFS will be temporarily suspending the product. We hope to welcome a new product with CAFA in the coming months. …
2025 Conventional Loan Limits – $795,000
New 2025 Conventional Loan Limits – $795,000 Effective with locks taken after 9/25/2024 Applies to standard Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac eligible programs Loans with AUS Approve/Ineligible or Accept/Ineligible (ineligible for loan limits only) are eligible for delivery and will…
Hurricane Francine – FEMA Disaster End Date + Affected Parishes
9/25/24 Update: FEMA has added Jefferson Parish to the list of designated counties impacted by Hurricane Francine. The established end date is September 12,2024. Update: FEMA has established an “End Date” for Hurricane Francine of September 12,2024 Effective Today, September 17,…
Streamline Refinance Options for FHA and USDA Borrowers
Streamline Refinance FHA and USDA options are available to help your borrowers. FHA Streamline Overview Matrix USDA Refinance Options Matrix
New Appraisal Waiver Procedures
updated 09/24/2024 Download: Appraisal Alternative Notice Form Download: Appraisal Waiver Procedures Flyer Fannie and Freddie have implemented Property Value Modernization Initiatives to offer more flexibility relating to subject property review and value. These products replace the traditional Property Inspection Waiver…
FHA Loans down to a 580
Great news! GMFS will now accept FHA Loans down to a 580 with the following overlays: 580-619 FICO FHA Loans Manual underwriting is not allowed No rent-free borrowers allowed Verification of rental history is required. Must be verified with VOR…
Annual GMFS TPO Client Recertification
Your Annual TPO Recertification’s for GMFS will begin August 5th. Over the next few weeks we will be sending out recertification request by email. Please complete your recertification no later than October 31, 2024 to ensure there is no interruption…
One Time Passcode – Consumer Connect (for your borrowers)
Consumer Connect now has a one time passcode for your borrowers when logging in to sign disclosures or the prelim CD. Please let the Disclosure Desk and/or the GMFS Closer know which phone number you would like to have the…
USDA RD Income Limits 204
USDA RD 2024 Income Limits RD has announced income limits for the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program have been updated. New Income Limits for Most Parishes/Counties: 1-4 Household: $112,450 5-8 Household: $148,450 The new income limits for all parishes…
GMFS Now Serviced by Shellpoint
As of May 1, mortgage loans that were serviced by GMFS Mortgage LLC, Serviced by Specialized Loan Servicing (SLS) now have a new name – GMFS Mortgage LLC, serviced by Shellpoint. As part of the Shellpoint family, we are excited…