About
Veritas
Funding

When Veritas Funding was founded in the early 2000s, we had one goal in mind: To improve lives through homeownership.

That’s why from the very beginning, we knew we had to cultivate a unique foundation – one based on transparency, support, and dependability – that would allow us to do just that.

As a company, we’ve strived to provide superior mortgage solutions, communicate openly and honestly, and utilize advanced technology to offer the best customer experience in the industry. And since our top priority is improving the lives of borrowers all over the country, our team of highly skilled professionals have pledged to continuously improve their knowledge and skill set as well.

It’s through this commitment to never stop learning that Veritas Funding has become the mortgage lender that families trust with their future. We truly put our borrowers first, and since our dedication to our values is second to none, that will never change.

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By the Numbers

36 K

People Helped

We’ve successfully assisted 36k families and individuals in financing their homes.

$7.5 B

Residential Loans

As a well-established leader in mortgage lending, we’ve done $7.5 billion in residential loans.

75 NPS

Net Promoter Score

With a net promoter score of 75, we’re just as trusted – if not more so – than companies like Apple and Amazon.

What Others
Are Saying

Google Review – 5 Stars
Trent N.

“Absolutely amazing! Personal yet professional! I can’t think of anyone else to bake my business to! I dare say, they are as efficient as a chic-fil-a drive-through.”


Google Review – 5 Stars
J V

“They are amazing, their staff of phenomenal and they make dreams...a reality!!”


Google Review – 5 Stars
Dustin D.

"Staff was easy to work with and had great communication. We were able to refinance quickly. I would recommend this Veritas location to anyone."


Google Review – 5 Stars
Glen D.

They worked close with me throughout the process. Any questions I had they were there with the answers. They got me the best rates possible, and in a short amount of time. ❤️


Google Review – 5 Stars
Tracy S.

Love them. They make the process so easy and painless.


Google Review – 5 Stars
Susan A.

Very responsive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Our refinance was done in about 30 days and at a great rate with minimal closing costs. Thank you Veritas!


Google Review – 5 Stars
Narcizo C.

Muy profesionales siempre dispuestos para ayudar y contestar mis dudas gracias de verdad a todo el personal de veritas funding


Google Review – 5 Stars
Jeff P.

Friendly, helpful, and flexible. Thanks, Veritas, for making the loan the least stressful part of the home-buying process.


Google Review – 5 Stars
Marcus O.

Incredible working with these guys for my home mortgage, incredibly knowledgeable not one question unanswered. They took me through step by step and helped me get the best of everything with excellent service, highly recommended.


Google Review – 5 Stars
Colleen S.

“They let me know everything that was going on anything I ask they were there to help. My loan was fast the team was great and so nice I am very happy with this loan and if I ever need another loan I would go back to them again I have never been to a place that so good to you thank you very much for all your help.”

Google Review – 5 Stars
Lynn O.

“From phone calls to website easy to communicate, friendly and direct. The site was straight forward and uploading forms and information were straightforward and user-friendly.

Have already recommended to a friend and family member.”


Meet The
Executive Team

Bryce Long

CEO & President

Bryce Long is a natural leader who’s done everything in his power to ensure the growth, stability, and success of every member of the Veritas Funding Team.

Harry Holder

CFO

Harry Holder’s belief that every mistake is an opportunity for growth has allowed him to achieve great success as both a leader as well as a financial officer at Veritas Funding.

Jill Hernandez

VP of Operations

With over 35 years of industry experience and a genuine passion for helping others, Jill Hernandez has been able to guide Veritas Funding toward efficiency and success with ease.

Josh Pratt

VP of Technology

Every process is simplified at Veritas thanks to Josh Pratt – He’s gone above and beyond to implement the best tech strategy in the industry and ensure every team’s needs are being met.

Steve Wilkinson

VP of Capital Markets

Widely known for his integrity, Steve Wilkinson has effortlessly built and maintained the professional connections that have pushed Veritas toward better business for more than ten years now.

Frequently
Asked Questions

Should I get pre-qualified?

A pre-qualification is the result of a basic review of your financial situation. Based on assumed, unverified information that you provide, we can give you a general idea for what kind of loan you might qualify. This is not any kind of commitment to provide you a loan, but it can be very helpful as you consider how much home to shop for or how to reorganize your finances.

What documentation will I need?

A sizable chunk of the time required to approve you for a mortgage is gathering and analyzing documentation that will help demonstrate your ability to repay the loan. The faster and more completely you are able to gather the required documentation, the faster your loan decision can come. The documentation required for your individual situation will vary, but the basics include the following.

Income Verification

  • Most recent 2 years Federal tax returns, including all pages and schedules
  • For all employers you've had, W-2 forms from the most recent 2 years
  • Your most recent 30 days' paystubs
  • For the last 2 years, the following information for each employer
    1. Employer name
    2. Address
    3. Phone
    4. Position you held for the employer
  • If the following are part of your financial picture, the last 2 years of:
    1. 1099's
    2. K-1's
    3. Business tax returns

Identification

  • State issued photo ID
  • Social security card

Asset Verification

  • Most recent 60 days bank statements (Include all pages, even if blank. A transaction history is insufficient)
  • For any rental properties you have, copies of the associated mortgage statements

Other

  • If all or part of your down payment is coming from a gift, you will need "gift letter" from the source of the funds explaining that the funds are in fact a gift, not a loan.
  • For the homeowner's insurance provider, the following:
    1. Provider name
    2. Agent name
    3. Address
    4. Phone
    5. Email
Which type of mortgage is best for me?

Conventional loans are the most common because they are typically the least costly overall, but it can be more difficult to qualify for a conventional loan than for other loan types. FHA and Utah Housing loans can be great alternatives for those who can’t qualify for a conventional mortgage. VA loans can be a great option if you are a veteran. If you want to purchase a home in an area that qualifies as rural, a USDA loan can be a great zero-down option. We have jumbo mortgage options for loans that exceed conforming limits. Our team are experts in analyzing individual borrower situations. We can provide you a side-by-side comparison of different loan options and help you select the loan type that will best serve your individual financial interests.

How big of a down payment will I need?

The short answer is that you will usually need at least 5% down on a conventional mortgage. You can get an FHA mortgage with as little as 3.5% down. VA or USDA loans are available with no money down at all. Something to consider though is how your down payment will affect your monthly house payment. How much you put down will certainly affect how much your monthly principal payment will be. It will also largely determine whether you have to pay private mortgage insurance or "PMI".

What does my credit need to be to get a mortgage?

It is possible to be approved for a mortgage with a credit score even in the 600s. However, generally the lower your credit score, the higher your interest rate will be.

What is a pre-approval and how will it help me?

Beyond a pre-qualification, a formal pre-approval can be a very useful tool in your homebuying process. Many people shop for a home before they get a realistic idea of what kind of financing is available to them. This can lead to unrealistic expectations, unconsidered purchase offers, and disappointment. Even if you already have a property in mind to purchase, the first part of obtaining financing for that property is approving you as a borrower for the amount of money you will need. A great way to begin your homebuying effort is to start this process, also called "credit approval" before you ever look for a home. After an examination and verification of your credit, income, assets, and employment we can formally issue you a commitment to lend you a certain amount of money. With that formal commitment letter, you can show sellers that you are serious about, and able to follow through with any offers you make. This can give you a distinct advantage over so many other competing buyers who do not get pre-approved.

What are closing costs and how much are they?

Closing costs are all of the charges you pay when you close your loan at the title company. Generally, you pay few if any charges for the process of getting your loan while you are IN the process of putting your loan together. There are several parties involved in getting your mortgage for you. In addition to Veritas Funding as your lender, you have some or all of the following that provide necessary services for getting your mortgage: appraisers, inspectors, title companies, government recorders, insurance companies, and others. The fees you incur with these entities in the process of getting your loan are all part of your closing costs. Additionally, most borrowers will have funds held in escrow for payments that will be made later on items like homeowner’s insurance and property taxes. Funding your escrow account is also part of your closing costs. Depending on how you want to structure your loan, these costs can vary widely, but generally, you can expect them to be 2-3% of your loan amount.

What are discount points and should I pay them?

Discount points are charges that you pay upfront on your mortgage to get a "discount" on your interest rate. One "point" is equal to 1% of your loan amount, so on a $250,000 mortgage, one discount point would be $2,500. There are basically two considerations in determining whether paying discount points is worth it for you. First, discount points are tax-deductible. Second, paying the discount points gets you a lower interest rate. So, if the interest savings over the life of the loan coupled with the tax savings in the year you pay the discount points is greater than the points paid, it could make financial sense.

Veritas Funding only offers services as a mortgage lender and does not offer tax services. The information above is for educational purposes only and should not be deemed as tax advice. Please consult a tax advisor regarding your personal tax situation.

How long does it take to get a mortgage?

Be very wary of companies that promise to get your loan done in 7-10 days. A litany of qualifiers is required for such a promise. If a lender rushes too quickly to close your loan, you might find yourself in a situation where they are forcing you to help them fix resulting errors and even to re-close your loan. We can generally get you a loan more quickly than any of our competitors and get your loan done right. For most loans, you can expect the whole process to take about 30 days.

What term should I get on my loan?

Depending on what type of mortgage you get, different loan terms will be available. The most common options are 15-year and 30-year terms. A shorter-term nearly always comes with a lower interest rate, but since the amortization period is shorter the payment is higher. Therefore, the benefit of a shorter term is that you will save a lot of money in interest over the life of the loan, where on a 30-year loan, you get the benefit of a lower monthly payment.

Should I get a fixed or adjustable interest rate?

While rates are low, a fixed-rate mortgage generally makes financial sense for most borrowers. However, there are circumstances when an ARM could be more suitable. If you reasonably expect to sell your home during the fixed period of an ARM, the lower interest rate could save you money. Also, in an environment where rates are falling, you could benefit from an initially low rate that could drop further.

What is an escrow account?

An escrow account isn't necessarily specific to a mortgage transaction. Technically, an escrow account refers to money held in reserve by a third party for the purpose of two other parties conducting a transaction. However, an escrow account is most often used in the context of paying annual expenses associated with your mortgage, like property taxes and insurance premiums. When you close your loan, part of your closing costs will be funding your escrow account such that adequate funds will be available from the account when your annual expenses are due. This part of your closing costs is also referred to as "pre-paids" or "impounds". In most instances, part of your monthly mortgage payment will likewise be for building up the required reserves in escrow to pay your annual expenses the subsequent year.

How is my total monthly mortgage payment determined?

Most commonly, your monthly payment has four main components:

  • Principal: The portion of your payment that goes toward repayment of the outstanding loan balance.
  • Interest: The interest charged on the outstanding balance.
  • Taxes: One-twelfth of your expected annual property taxes which is deposited into your escrow account.
  • Insurance: This includes any hazard insurances you're required to maintain, such as homeowner's and flood insurance. Depending on your situation, this can also include mortgage insurance or other guarantee fees.

Frequently you’ll hear people refer to the first initial of the items above when describing a mortgage payment. For example, "P&I" refers to just the principal and interest portion of your payment. "PITI" refers to all 4 components together. Our payment calculator can help you get an idea of what your payment might look like.

What is Mortgage Insurance?

Mortgage insurance is designed to lower the risk for a lender of making a loan to you. Mortgage insurance largely facilitates the possibility of borrowers getting a mortgage when they have less than a 20% down payment. It helps to protect the lender against losses attendant to default of a mortgage.

When you get any loan with a down payment of less 20%, you will typically pay some form of mortgage insurance. Depending on the type of loan you get, your mortgage insurance premiums will be structured in different ways and referred to by different names. Below is a quick overview.

Conventional
With conventional loans, the mortgage insurance will be provided by a private company and is therefore referred to as private mortgage insurance, or "PMI". If you are required to pay PMI on a conventional loan, the premiums are typically part of your monthly payment. You are generally required to pay those premiums until your loan balance reaches 78% of the purchase price.

Federal Housing Administration (FHA)
With an FHA loan, your mortgage insurance premiums, or "MIP", are paid directly to FHA. MIP is required on all FHA loans. There is an upfront premium ("UFMIP") which is typically included in your closing costs, and can be rolled into your mortgage. There is also a monthly premium included as part of your monthly payment. Usually, this monthly premium remains a part of your payment for the life of your loan.

Veterans’ Affairs (VA)
Instead of typical mortgage insurance, the VA guarantee acts as a risk protection mechanism on VA loans. There is no monthly cost associated with your monthly payment. Instead, there is an upfront "VA Funding Fee" due at closing, which can be rolled into your mortgage. This funding fee will vary based on factors like the purpose of your loan, whether or not you’ve had a previous VA loan, your type of military service, your disability status, and the amount of your down payment.

US Department of Agriculture ("USDA" or "Rural Housing")
The insurance premium associated with USDA loans is typically referred to as the "Guarantee Fee". You’ll pay the guarantee fee both upfront, which can be rolled into your mortgage; and as part of your monthly payment.

Is it better for me to rent or own?

There is no mathematical formula to answer this question for you. People choose to buy a home for a variety of reasons, including many that aren’t financial. For example, some people crave the independence that comes with owning your own place. Others want to customize their home to make it their own. However, the most important factors in this decision are financial. Because your situation is unique, it is impossible to give you a definitive answer to this question. However, our Rent vs. Own Calculator is one of the best out there for helping you simplify the complexities you need to consider when making this important financial decision.

Bryce Long

CEO & President

Bryce Long is a natural leader who’s done everything in his power to ensure the growth, stability, and success of every member of the Veritas Funding Team.

Harry Holder

CFO

Harry Holder’s belief that every mistake is an opportunity for growth has allowed him to achieve great success as both a leader as well as a financial officer at Veritas Funding.

Jill Hernandez

VP of Operations

With over 35 years of industry experience and a genuine passion for helping others, Jill Hernandez has been able to guide Veritas Funding toward efficiency and success with ease.

Josh Pratt

VP of Technology

Every process is simplified at Veritas thanks to Josh Pratt – He’s gone above and beyond to implement the best tech strategy in the industry and ensure every team’s needs are being met.

Steve Wilkinson

VP of Capital Markets

Widely known for his integrity, Steve Wilkinson has effortlessly built and maintained the professional connections that have pushed Veritas toward better business for more than ten years now.