Fair Way Lending Mortgage Rates, Fees & Info

LOUISVILLE, KY

LEI: 54930008MKP7T81OVK54

Tax ID: 47-2565675

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Review & Overview

Fair Way Lending is a smaller mortgage company specializing in Home Purchase loans. They have a a high proportion of FHA loans. Fair Way Lending has a high proportion of conventional loans. Their top markets by origination volume include: Louisville, Bloomington, Jacksonville, Indianapolis, and Evansville among others. We have data for 42 markets. (Some data included below & more in-depth data is available with an active subscription.)

Fair Way Lending has an above average approval rate when compared to the average across all lenders. They have a below average pick rate when compared to similar lenders. Fair Way Lending is typically an average 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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Mortgage Type
Simulated Rate Simulation Date
30 Year Conventional Purchase 6.99% 11/17/24
30 Year Conventional Refi 6.87% 11/17/24
30 Year Cash-out Refi 6.85% 11/17/24
30 Year FHA Purchase 7.72% 11/17/24
30 Year FHA Refi 6.27% 11/17/24
30 Year VA Purchase 6.52% 11/17/24
30 Year VA Refi 7.17% 11/17/24
30 Year USDA Purchase 7.09% 11/17/24
15 Year Conventional Purchase 6.41% 11/17/24
15 Year Conventional Refi 6.23% 11/17/24
15 Year Cash-out Refi 6.23% 11/17/24
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Originations

491

Origination Dollar Volume (All Markets)

$83,525,000

Awards

FAIR WAY LENDING FHA Loans gold
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Top Markets

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Market Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
LOUISVILLE, KY (FHA|USDA|VA) 96 $19,600,000 $204,167 $5,078 4.35%
BLOOMINGTON, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 83 $16,855,000 $203,072 $3,968 4.25%
JACKSONVILLE, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 52 $8,700,000 $167,308 $5,430 4.56%
INDIANAPOLIS-CARMEL-ANDERSON, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 41 $6,555,000 $159,878 $3,758 4.41%
EVANSVILLE, IN-KY (FHA|USDA|VA) 44 $6,490,000 $147,500 $5,055 4.83%
Outside of Metro Areas 31 $4,335,000 $139,839 $5,241 4.60%
LAFAYETTE-WEST LAFAYETTE, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 31 $3,585,000 $115,645 $3,869 4.65%
Madison, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 24 $3,570,000 $148,750 $4,341 4.39%
Scottsburg, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 16 $1,930,000 $120,625 $4,489 4.95%
Bedford, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 12 $1,400,000 $116,667 $3,861 4.29%
CARBONDALE-MARION, IL (FHA|USDA|VA) 8 $1,330,000 $166,250 $6,425 4.61%
PALM BAY-MELBOURNE-TITUSVILLE, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $900,000 $225,000 $6,224 3.88%
TAMPA-ST. PETERSBURG-CLEARWATER, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 3 $735,000 $245,000 $5,324 4.83%
PORT ST. LUCIE, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $580,000 $290,000 $7,283 5.06%
FAYETTEVILLE, NC (FHA|USDA|VA) 3 $555,000 $185,000 $4,586 3.88%
Cullowhee, NC (FHA|USDA|VA) 3 $525,000 $175,000 $5,842 4.08%
Crawfordsville, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $520,000 $130,000 $4,214 4.81%
ELIZABETHTOWN-FORT KNOX, KY (FHA|USDA|VA) 3 $505,000 $168,333 $6,178 3.96%
RALEIGH-CARY, NC (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $490,000 $245,000 $11,546 3.75%
Bardstown, KY (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $400,000 $200,000 $8,014 4.69%
NASHVILLE-DAVIDSON-MURFREESBORO-FRANKLIN, TN (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $390,000 $195,000 $5,497 4.44%
KANSAS CITY, MO-KS (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $340,000 $170,000 $7,212 4.13%
GREENVILLE, NC (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $280,000 $140,000 $5,713 4.38%
North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $275,000 $275,000 $5,387 3.99%
Seymour, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $240,000 $120,000 $6,496 5.00%
CLARKSVILLE, TN-KY (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $235,000 $235,000 $3,568 4.00%
ORLANDO-KISSIMMEE-SANFORD, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $215,000 $215,000 $1,310 3.88%
TALLAHASSEE, FL (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $190,000 $95,000 $3,727 4.81%
Lumberton, NC (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $185,000 $185,000 $6,972 3.88%
Kendallville, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $165,000 $165,000 $0 4.63%
COLUMBUS, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $165,000 $165,000 $5,727 4.00%
SPRINGFIELD, MO (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $165,000 $165,000 $5,445 5.25%
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $155,000 $155,000 $5,188 4.38%
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO-IL (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $145,000 $145,000 $7,211 4.63%
KOKOMO, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $125,000 $125,000 $8,548 4.13%
DAYTON-KETTERING, OH (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $125,000 $125,000 $4,610 4.50%
Auburn, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $115,000 $115,000 $4,882 4.88%
CINCINNATI, OH-KY-IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $105,000 $105,000 $4,452 4.00%
LEXINGTON-FAYETTE, KY (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $95,000 $95,000 $3,369 5.25%
MYRTLE BEACH-CONWAY-NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC-NC (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $95,000 $95,000 $3,281 4.99%
Danville, KY (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $95,000 $95,000 $4,111 4.50%
TERRE HAUTE, IN (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $65,000 $65,000 $2,395 5.63%
Fair Way Lending's top markets include Louisville, Bloomington, Jacksonville, Indianapolis, and Evansville among others.

Their top states include:
  • Indiana (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Kentucky (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Florida (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Illinois (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • North Carolina (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Similar Lenders

    We use machine learning to identify the top lenders compared against FAIR WAY LENDING based on their rates and fees, along with other useful metrics. A lower similarity rank signals a stronger match.

    EVANSVILLE
    Similarity Rank: 32
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    Security Federal Savings Bank
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    COMMONWEALTH
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    Product Mix

    Loan Type Originations Total Value Avg. Loan Avg. Fees Avg. Rate
    FHA 210 $31,550,000 $150,238 $5,868 4.58%
    Conventional 183 $35,135,000 $191,995 $3,445 4.45%
    USDA 55 $7,585,000 $137,909 $4,620 4.31%
    VA 43 $9,255,000 $215,233 $4,924 4.22%

    For 2019, Fair Way Lending's most frequently originated type of loan was FHA, with 210 originations. Their 2nd most popular type was Conventional, with 183 originations.

    Loan Reason

    Loan Reason Originations Total Value Avg. Loan Avg. Fees Avg. Rate
    Home Purchase 415 $67,755,000 $163,265 $4,710 4.51%
    Refi 71 $14,875,000 $209,507 $4,791 4.25%
    Cash Out Refi 5 $895,000 $179,000 $6,397 4.13%

    For 2019, Fair Way Lending's most frequently cited loan purpose was Home Purchase, with 415 originations. The 2nd most popular reason was Refi, with 71 originations.

    Loan Duration/Length

    Loan Length Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    30 Year 467 $78,805,000 $168,747 $4,756 4.49%
    15 Year 13 $2,295,000 $176,538 $3,526 3.78%
    20 Year 3 $635,000 $211,667 $6,466 4.17%
    Other 3 $995,000 $331,667 $4,462 3.92%
    10 Year 2 $270,000 $135,000 $4,277 4.31%
    5 Year 2 $290,000 $145,000 $7,028 5.31%
    3 Year 1 $235,000 $235,000 $5,068 4.50%

    For 2019, Fair Way Lending's most frequently cited loan duration was 30 Year, with 467 originations. The 2nd most popular length was 15 Year, with 13 originations.

    Origination Fees/Closing Costs

    Origination Fee/Closing Cost Originations Total Value Average Loan
    $1k-2k 325 $53,895,000 $165,831
    $2k-3k 66 $11,450,000 $173,485
    $<1k 57 $9,715,000 $170,439
    $3k-4k 26 $4,220,000 $162,308
    $5k+ 8 $2,290,000 $286,250
    $4k-5k 7 $1,715,000 $245,000

    Fair Way Lending's average total fees were $4,756, while their most frequently occuring range of origination fees (closing costs) were in the $1k-2k bucket, with 325 originations.

    Interest Rates

    Loan Rate Originations Total Value Average Loan
    4-5% 276 $44,880,000 $162,609
    3-4% 136 $27,940,000 $205,441
    5-6% 76 $9,930,000 $130,658
    2.5-3% 2 $580,000 $290,000
    6-7% 1 $195,000 $195,000

    During 2019, Fair Way Lending's average interest rate for loans was 4.49%, while their most frequently originated rate bucket for loans was 4-5%, with 276 originations.

    Loan Sizing

    Loan Size Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    $100k-200k 252 $37,300,000 $148,016 $4,819 4.51%
    $200k-400k 129 $33,255,000 $257,791 $5,430 4.22%
    $100,000 or less 98 $7,690,000 $78,469 $3,693 4.73%
    $400k-600k 12 $5,280,000 $440,000 $4,129 4.12%

    2019 saw Fair Way Lending place emphasis on $100k-200k loans with 252 originations, totaling $37,300,000 in origination value.

    Applicant Income

    Applicant Income Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    $50k or less 179 $22,925,000 $128,073 $4,287 4.49%
    $50k-75k 132 $20,860,000 $158,030 $5,031 4.49%
    $100k-150k 73 $16,745,000 $229,384 $4,861 4.33%
    $75k-100k 66 $12,630,000 $191,364 $5,334 4.49%
    $150k-250k 27 $7,125,000 $263,889 $4,526 4.55%
    $250k+ 11 $2,695,000 $245,000 $4,473 4.40%

    Fair Way Lending lent most frequently to those with incomes in the $50k or less range, with 179 originations. The second most popular income band? $50k-75k, with 132 originations.

    Applicant Debt to Income Ratio

    DTI Ratio Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    30-36% 90 $14,830,000 $164,778 $4,685 4.51%
    20-30% 81 $13,285,000 $164,012 $4,422 4.41%
    <20% 61 $10,625,000 $174,180 $4,105 4.27%
    50-60% 39 $6,765,000 $173,462 $6,468 4.46%
    43% 21 $3,755,000 $178,810 $5,735 4.68%
    37% 19 $2,695,000 $141,842 $4,811 4.54%
    38% 19 $2,935,000 $154,474 $4,595 4.42%
    41% 17 $2,765,000 $162,647 $4,375 4.65%
    39% 17 $3,265,000 $192,059 $4,996 4.56%
    44% 17 $2,915,000 $171,471 $3,922 4.48%
    40% 16 $2,760,000 $172,500 $4,959 4.20%
    47% 15 $2,365,000 $157,667 $5,084 4.44%
    49% 15 $2,425,000 $161,667 $4,441 4.77%
    36% 14 $1,990,000 $142,143 $3,805 4.72%
    46% 14 $3,140,000 $224,286 $4,984 4.54%
    45% 13 $2,545,000 $195,769 $5,037 4.35%
    42% 10 $1,950,000 $195,000 $4,392 4.33%
    48% 8 $1,760,000 $220,000 $4,574 4.56%
    >60% 2 $210,000 $105,000 $4,835 5.44%

    Fair Way Lending lent most frequently to those with DTI ratios of 30-36%, with 90 originations. The next most common DTI ratio? 20-30%, with 81 originations.

    Ethnicity Mix

    Applicant Ethnicity Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    White 398 $69,220,000 $173,920 $4,647 4.44%
    Black 66 $9,940,000 $150,606 $5,197 4.60%
    Asian 17 $2,795,000 $164,412 $4,512 4.66%
    Not provided 9 $1,415,000 $157,222 $5,738 4.42%
    Vietnamese 1 $155,000 $155,000 $5,582 5.50%

    Approval Rates

    Total approvals of all applications
    96.95%

    Fair Way Lending has an exceptionally high approval rate. They either target their audience very well or may have lax underwriting protocols.

    Pick Rate

    Approvals leading to origination
    70.88%

    Fair Way Lending has a below average pick rate.

    Points and Fees

    Points Originations Total Value Average Loan
    NA 491 $83,525,000 $170,112

    Occupancy Type Mix

    Dwelling Type Originations Total Value Average Loan
    Single Family (1-4 Units):Manufactured 15 $1,745,000 $116,333
    Single Family (1-4 Units):Site-Built 476 $81,780,000 $171,807

    LTV Distribution

    Loan to Value Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    20-40% 4 $770,000 $192,500 $5,452 4.63%
    40-60% 12 $2,360,000 $196,667 $4,250 4.43%
    60-80% 80 $13,570,000 $169,625 $3,944 4.46%
    80-100% 394 $66,710,000 $169,315 $4,908 4.47%
    Over 100% 1 $115,000 $115,000 $6,660 4.88%