What is a Good Faith Estimate now called?

The Good Faith Estimate is now referred to as a Loan Estimate. This change was implemented as part of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) and the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) reform that took effect in 2015. The Loan Estimate consolidates and simplifies the disclosures that borrowers receive, providing a clearer and more understandable view of the loan terms, costs, and fees.

This document is crucial for borrowers as it informs them about the estimated costs associated with obtaining a mortgage, enabling them to make better-informed decisions and compare loan offers from different lenders effectively. The Loan Estimate must be provided to borrowers within three business days of receiving their loan application, ensuring transparency and consumer protection in the lending process.

Other options, such as a Pre-Approval Letter, Closing Disclosure, and Cost Breakdown, serve different purposes in the lending and home-buying process and do not replace the function of the Good Faith Estimate.