Am I obligated to use the Mortgage Broker after a rate lock?

I locked in a rate with a mortgage broker yesterday. Am I obligated or did I commit to use that broker? I wished I had shopped around first and I’m wondering if its too late. Thanks!

No, you are not obligated but if the rate lock expires and you try to re-lock, you are subject to the higher pricing. And yes, you would lose your lock-in fee. Many places have stopped charging application and lock-in fees now. So, if they ask you for a fee, go somewhere else. Good Luck! You can always go to other mortgage brokers to check out the rates. Also, see if you qualify for government assisted loans.

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4 Comments.

  1. Real Estate Guy

    no you are not. However, if you gave them a lock in fee, you will loss this.

    Shop around and maybe the current lender will give you the same rate.
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  2. RedPersianKitty

    No you are not obligated to use that particular mortgage broker.
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  3. no your not your stupid
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  4. No, you are not obligated but if the rate lock expires and you try to re-lock, you are subject to the higher pricing. And yes, you would lose your lock-in fee. Many places have stopped charging application and lock-in fees now. So, if they ask you for a fee, go somewhere else. Good Luck! You can always go to other mortgage brokers to check out the rates. Also, see if you qualify for government assisted loans.
    References :

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