Directions Credit Union Mortgage Rates, Fees & Info

Toledo, OH

LEI: 254900UHFHT3IWKY8K19

Tax ID: 34-4475249

5 stars - Updated: 4/5/25 - out of 5 stars, based on 27 reviews

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Review & Overview

Directions Credit Union is a smaller credit union specializing in Home Purchase loans. Directions Credit Union has a high proportion of conventional loans. Their top markets by origination volume include: Toledo, Monroe, Mansfield, Adrian, and Columbus among others. We have data for 27 markets. (Some data included below & more in-depth data is available with an active subscription.)

Directions Credit Union has an average approval rate when compared to the average across all lenders. They have an above average pick rate when compared to similar lenders. Directions Credit Union is typically a low fee lender. (We use the term "fees" to include things like closing costs and other costs incurred by borrowers-- whether they are paid out of pocket or rolled into the loan.) They typically have about average rates.

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SimulatedRates™

Mortgage Type
Simulated Rate Simulation Date
Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) 6.72% 4/5/25
30 Year Conventional Purchase 6.74% 4/5/25
30 Year Conventional Refi 6.68% 4/5/25
30 Year Cash-out Refi 6.70% 4/5/25
15 Year Conventional Purchase 5.98% 4/5/25
15 Year Conventional Refi 6.10% 4/5/25
15 Year Cash-out Refi 6.10% 4/5/25
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Originations

719

Origination Dollar Volume (All Markets)

$100,975,000
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Relative Rate

Directions Credit Union's average 30 year fixed mortgage rate was 6.53%.

The 2024 average 30 year fixed rate mortgage across all markets and lenders was 6.55%.

This yields a difference of -0.02%.

Relative Fees (Closing Costs)

Directions Credit Union's average total fees/closing costs for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage were $3,205.

The average total origination fees for 30 year fixed rate mortgages across all lenders (for all loan values, including both points & up-front fees in addition to origination fees) were $8,356.

Top Markets

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Market Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
TOLEDO, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 380 $56,460,000 $148,579 $3,129 7.27%
MONROE, MI (FHA|USDA|VA) 119 $20,415,000 $171,555 $2,973 7.32%
MANSFIELD, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 98 $7,130,000 $72,755 $1,912 7.63%
Adrian, MI (FHA|USDA|VA) 8 $3,530,000 $441,250 $3,039 7.05%
COLUMBUS, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 9 $2,285,000 $253,889 $3,230 7.01%
Ashland, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 32 $2,240,000 $70,000 $1,505 7.58%
Outside of Metro Areas 9 $1,095,000 $121,667 $1,728 7.43%
Norwalk, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 14 $980,000 $70,000 $2,085 7.21%
Hillsdale, MI (FHA|USDA|VA) 3 $705,000 $235,000 $2,824 6.63%
Bucyrus-Galion, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 7 $675,000 $96,429 $1,643 7.52%
North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $595,000 $595,000 $5,742 7.00%
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $520,000 $130,000 $1,804 7.22%
Wooster, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 10 $500,000 $50,000 $283 8.05%
CINCINNATI, OH-KY-IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 3 $495,000 $165,000 $2,564 6.38%
ATLANTA-SANDY SPRINGS-ALPHARETTA, GA (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $385,000 $385,000 $3,468 6.25%
CLEVELAND-ELYRIA, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 3 $375,000 $125,000 $3,205 6.75%
Mount Vernon, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $360,000 $90,000 $3,081 7.66%
MYRTLE BEACH-CONWAY-NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC-NC (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $355,000 $355,000 $2,759 6.00%
JACKSON, MI (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $345,000 $345,000 $2,920 6.88%
Kendallville, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $325,000 $325,000 $1,545 7.13%
New Philadelphia-Dover, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $250,000 $62,500 $265 7.56%
ANN ARBOR, MI (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $220,000 $110,000 $2,294 6.88%
Defiance, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $205,000 $205,000 $1,594 7.00%
CANTON-MASSILLON, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $165,000 $165,000 $2,876 6.75%
AKRON, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $155,000 $155,000 $2,728 5.75%
PORT ST. LUCIE, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $115,000 $115,000 $2,926 6.88%
ANNISTON-OXFORD, AL (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $95,000 $95,000 $2,319 6.88%
Directions Credit Union's top markets include Toledo, Monroe, Mansfield, Adrian, and Columbus among others.

Their top states include:
  • Ohio (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Michigan (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Florida (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Georgia (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • North Carolina (FHA|USDA|VA)
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    Product Mix

    Loan Type Originations Total Value Avg. Loan Avg. Fees Avg. Rate
    HELOC 375 $21,505,000 $57,347 n/a 7.89%
    Conventional 344 $79,470,000 $231,017 $2,866 6.73%

    For 2024, Directions Credit Union's most frequently originated type of loan was HELOC, with 375 originations. Their 2nd most popular type was Conventional, with 344 originations.

    Loan Reason

    Loan Reason Originations Total Value Avg. Loan Avg. Fees Avg. Rate
    Home Purchase 266 $71,820,000 $270,000 $3,309 6.50%
    Home Improvement 202 $11,280,000 $55,842 $516 7.93%
    Other 167 $8,915,000 $53,383 $284 7.99%
    Refi 52 $4,840,000 $93,077 $1,957 7.57%
    Cash Out Refi 32 $4,120,000 $128,750 $2,249 6.71%

    For 2024, Directions Credit Union's most frequently cited loan purpose was Home Purchase, with 266 originations. The 2nd most popular reason was Home Improvement, with 202 originations.

    Loan Duration/Length

    Loan Length Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    10 Year 410 $22,980,000 $56,049 $282 7.95%
    30 Year 285 $73,875,000 $259,211 $3,205 6.53%
    15 Year 15 $2,895,000 $193,000 $3,088 5.93%
    20 Year 5 $825,000 $165,000 $2,604 6.30%
    1 Year 2 $120,000 $60,000 $0 9.50%
    3 Year 1 $35,000 $35,000 $1,968 6.00%
    5 Year 1 $245,000 $245,000 $0 7.50%

    For 2024, Directions Credit Union's most frequently cited loan duration was 10 Year, with 410 originations. The 2nd most popular length was 30 Year, with 285 originations.

    Origination Fees/Closing Costs

    Origination Fee/Closing Cost Originations Total Value Average Loan
    $<1k 297 $60,405,000 $203,384
    $1k-2k 40 $17,670,000 $441,750

    Directions Credit Union's average total fees were $3,205, while their most frequently occuring range of origination fees (closing costs) were in the $<1k bucket, with 297 originations.

    Interest Rates

    Loan Rate Originations Total Value Average Loan
    7-8% 389 $26,195,000 $67,339
    6-7% 210 $54,270,000 $258,429
    5-6% 72 $18,110,000 $251,528
    Over 8% 46 $2,370,000 $51,522
    4-5% 2 $30,000 $15,000

    During 2024, Directions Credit Union's average interest rate for loans was 6.53%, while their most frequently originated rate bucket for loans was 7-8%, with 389 originations.

    Loan Sizing

    Loan Size Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    $100,000 or less 413 $21,105,000 $51,102 $1,395 7.80%
    $100k-200k 146 $20,480,000 $140,274 $2,640 6.91%
    $200k-400k 119 $34,655,000 $291,218 $3,372 6.50%
    $400k-600k 32 $15,710,000 $490,938 $4,608 6.50%
    $600k-1MM 6 $4,090,000 $681,667 $5,618 6.42%
    $1MM+ 3 $4,935,000 $1,645,000 $7,646 7.17%

    2024 saw Directions Credit Union place emphasis on $100,000 or less loans with 413 originations, totaling $21,105,000 in origination value.

    Applicant Income

    Applicant Income Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    $100k-150k 193 $29,125,000 $150,907 $3,095 7.35%
    $50k-75k 143 $12,125,000 $84,790 $2,253 7.30%
    $75k-100k 130 $14,360,000 $110,462 $2,550 7.46%
    $150k-250k 119 $24,155,000 $202,983 $3,702 7.23%
    $50k or less 79 $5,265,000 $66,646 $2,032 7.23%
    $250k+ 32 $13,080,000 $408,750 $4,195 7.23%

    Directions Credit Union lent most frequently to those with incomes in the $100k-150k range, with 193 originations. The second most popular income band? $50k-75k, with 143 originations.

    Applicant Debt to Income Ratio

    DTI Ratio Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    20-30% 184 $21,950,000 $119,293 $2,556 7.44%
    30-36% 150 $23,020,000 $153,467 $2,985 7.30%
    <20% 76 $10,630,000 $139,868 $2,962 7.04%
    40% 36 $5,920,000 $164,444 $3,566 7.42%
    41% 35 $4,555,000 $130,143 $2,842 7.43%
    37% 34 $4,270,000 $125,588 $2,381 7.42%
    36% 34 $5,610,000 $165,000 $2,774 7.29%
    38% 30 $3,530,000 $117,667 $2,711 7.42%
    39% 28 $2,070,000 $73,929 $2,041 7.48%
    42% 25 $2,665,000 $106,600 $3,035 7.45%
    44% 20 $2,400,000 $120,000 $2,788 7.41%
    43% 20 $3,480,000 $174,000 $3,440 7.31%
    45% 15 $2,175,000 $145,000 $2,726 7.31%
    48% 7 $3,405,000 $486,429 $4,041 6.57%
    >60% 6 $1,140,000 $190,000 $3,095 7.17%
    47% 6 $1,800,000 $300,000 $3,480 6.63%
    46% 5 $705,000 $141,000 $2,759 6.95%
    50-60% 3 $615,000 $205,000 $0 7.21%
    49% 1 $595,000 $595,000 $5,427 7.00%

    Directions Credit Union lent most frequently to those with DTI ratios of 20-30%, with 184 originations. The next most common DTI ratio? 30-36%, with 150 originations.

    Ethnicity Mix

    Applicant Ethnicity Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    White 650 $91,490,000 $140,754 $2,837 7.33%
    Not provided 41 $4,305,000 $105,000 $2,532 7.48%
    Asian 9 $2,885,000 $320,556 $4,503 7.03%
    Black 15 $1,595,000 $106,333 $2,840 7.34%
    Asian Indian 1 $515,000 $515,000 $6,056 6.13%
    Other Pacific Islander 2 $120,000 $60,000 $0 7.25%
    American Indian 1 $65,000 $65,000 $0 8.00%

    Approval Rates

    Total approvals of all applications
    78.38%

    Directions Credit Union has a below average approval rate.

    Pick Rate

    Approvals leading to origination
    95.41%

    Directions Credit Union has an exceptionally high pick rate. They most likely have borrower friendly terms or other characteristics like being fast to close or are easy to work with.

    Points and Fees

    Points Originations Total Value Average Loan
    NA 719 $100,975,000 $140,438

    Occupancy Type Mix

    Dwelling Type Originations Total Value Average Loan
    719 $100,975,000 $140,438

    LTV Distribution

    Loan to Value Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    20-40% 173 $12,615,000 $72,919 $1,239 7.87%
    40-60% 57 $7,325,000 $128,509 $2,536 7.15%
    60-80% 111 $29,185,000 $262,928 $3,407 6.70%
    80-100% 162 $42,540,000 $262,593 $3,116 6.45%
    Over 100% 1 $525,000 $525,000 $4,186 6.38%
    Under 20% 215 $8,785,000 $40,860 $473 7.95%