Move Forward

Moving forward is as easy as 1-2-3

Whether you are looking to purchase or build a new home, refinance your existing home, make improvements to your home, or tap into your home’s equity, Bank Forward has the expertise, flexibility, and mortgage loan programs to help you move forward!

Bank Forward offers home loans with:

  • Fixed rate terms
  • Options for local underwriting, approvals, and servicing as well as broker mortgage options
  • FHA, VA, USDA, Home Ready, and ND Housing mortgage loans available

We’re happy to walk through it all with you and help make your dream home a reality!

1. Get the application.

The application asks questions about your home and your finances. As soon as you’ve finished the application, we’ll review your request.

After your application is completed, our mortgage loan officer will answer any questions you may have. Your loan officer is a licensed mortgage expert and will provide help and guidance along the way.

2. We’ll prepare your disclosure package and prepare your loan for approval.

Depending on the type of mortgage loan you are applying for, we will send additional disclosures and notices. The disclosure package will contain both informational material and documents requiring your signature.

Here is the checklist of additional documentation needed to get your home loan through the approval process.

We will also collect information from third parties such as appraisals and verifications needed for loan approval.

3. We’ll contact you to coordinate your closing date.

A few days before closing, your mortgage loan officer will contact you to walk through the final information.

That’s all there is to it!

We have access to a variety of mortgage loan programs to secure the best financing for your needs. Contact a mortgage loan officer today.

For qualifying applicants. Bank Forward NMLS ID# 446402

Online Mortgage Application

Our online application process is conveniently designed to allow you to stop any time and pick up where you left off. Simply log in to complete an application you previously started.

Mortgage Loan Programs

Bank Forward works with a variety of mortgage loan programs to secure the best financing for your needs.

Conventional Loans

Conventional loans are traditional loans that provide predictable payments and rates.

Construction Loans

A construction loan is a short-term loan, (usually 12 months or less). Construction loans typically require interest-only payments during construction and become due upon completion.

FHA Loans

An FHA Loan is a mortgage that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration. They allow borrowers to finance homes with down payments as low as 3.5% and are especially popular with first-time homebuyers.

VA Loans

A VA Loan is a mortgage that is guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for active-duty military and veterans. There are three different options to help make home ownership a reality for our military.

USDA Loans

A USDA Loan is a mortgage loan offered to rural property owners backed by the United States Department of Agriculture. There are several types including low and no down payment loan options.

ND Housing

ND Housing is a state agency dedicated to making housing affordable to low and moderate income borrowers. ND Housing offers affordable home financing, down payment and closing cost assistance, and supports homebuyer education.

Home Equity Loans

A home equity loan is a type of loan in which the borrower uses the equity of their home as collateral. This is a one-time lump sum loan and is often used to finance major expenses such as home improvements, medical bills, or education.

Home Equity Lines of Credit

A home equity line of credit is a reusable source of cash that allows you to advance to the approved credit limit over the term of your loan without having to reapply for a new loan. These loans are often used for a series of home improvement projects or as a rainy-day source of funds. What you should know about home equity lines of credit. This disclosure contains important information about our Fixed and Variable Rate Home Equity Lines of Credit for North Dakota and Minnesota. You should read it carefully and keep a copy for your records. Let us help you determine which equity-based loan is best for you.

Home Ready

A Home Ready Mortgage is a conventional loan available for purchases and refinances for low and moderate income borrowers. Down payments and mortgage insurance requirements may also be reduced.

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