Weekly Lender Check-Ins
Email the lender every Monday for a status update on conditions, appraisal, and clear-to-close ETA. Forward to clients with a calm summary.
Common Last-Minute Issues
- Buyer opened a new credit line — never do this under contract.
- Job change or income change.
- Large undocumented deposits in bank statements.
- Late condition responses from the buyer.
Action Items
- Send the buyer a 'don't do this' list at contract.
- Schedule recurring lender check-ins.