Northwestern Mutual Mortgage Rates, Fees & Info
Milwaukee, WILEI: 549300E02I9FR0A6YT35
Tax ID: 39-0509565
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Review & Overview
Northwestern Mutual is a smaller mortgage company specializing in Refi and Cash Out Refi loans. Northwestern Mutual has a high proportion of conventional loans. Their top markets by origination volume include: Milwaukee, Racine, Whitewater, Chicago, and Madison among others. We have data for 9 markets. (Some data included below & more in-depth data is available with an active subscription.)Northwestern Mutual has an above average approval rate when compared to the average across all lenders. They have an above average pick rate when compared to similar lenders. Northwestern Mutual 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Year Conventional Purchase | 6.10% | 10/13/24 |
| 30 Year Conventional Refi | 6.91% | 10/13/24 |
| 30 Year Cash-out Refi | 5.94% | 10/13/24 |
| 15 Year Conventional Purchase | 6.78% | 10/13/24 |
| 15 Year Conventional Refi | 5.57% | 10/13/24 |
| 15 Year Cash-out Refi | 5.57% | 10/13/24 |
| These are simulated rates generated by our proprietary machine learning models. These are not guaranteed by the bank. They are our estimates based on a lender's past behaviors combined with current market conditions. Contact an individual lender for their actual rates. Our models use fixed rate terms for conforming loans, 700+ FICO, 10% down for FHA and 20% for conventional. These are based on consensus, historical data-- not advertised promotional rates. | ||
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Originations
166Origination Dollar Volume (All Markets)
$33,760,000Awards
NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL - 2019
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Top Markets
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| Market | Originations | Total Value | Average Loan | Average Fees | Average Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MILWAUKEE-WAUKESHA, WI (FHA|USDA|VA) | 146 | $29,310,000 | $200,753 | $841 | 3.68% |
| RACINE, WI (FHA|USDA|VA) | 12 | $2,910,000 | $242,500 | $829 | 3.75% |
| Whitewater, WI (FHA|USDA|VA) | 1 | $335,000 | $335,000 | $1,310 | 3.10% |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI (FHA|USDA|VA) | 1 | $305,000 | $305,000 | $1,130 | 3.85% |
| Outside of Metro Areas | 1 | $275,000 | $275,000 | $875 | 3.55% |
| MADISON, WI (FHA|USDA|VA) | 1 | $205,000 | $205,000 | $610 | 3.75% |
| Beaver Dam, WI (FHA|USDA|VA) | 1 | $175,000 | $175,000 | $640 | 3.25% |
| Marinette, WI-MI (FHA|USDA|VA) | 2 | $130,000 | $65,000 | $615 | 3.38% |
| Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI (FHA|USDA|VA) | 1 | $115,000 | $115,000 | $610 | 4.85% |
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Product Mix
| Loan Type | Originations | Total Value | Avg. Loan | Avg. Fees | Avg. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 166 | $33,760,000 | $203,373 | $838 | 3.68% |
For 2019, Northwestern Mutual's most frequently originated type of loan was Conventional, with 166 originations.
Loan Reason
For 2019, Northwestern Mutual's most frequently cited loan purpose was Refi, with 59 originations. The 2nd most popular reason was Cash Out Refi, with 43 originations.
Loan Duration/Length
For 2019, Northwestern Mutual's most frequently cited loan duration was 30 Year, with 80 originations. The 2nd most popular length was 15 Year, with 33 originations.
Origination Fees/Closing Costs
| Origination Fee/Closing Cost | Originations | Total Value | Average Loan |
|---|---|---|---|
| $<1k | 150 | $30,120,000 | $200,800 |
| $1k-2k | 9 | $2,735,000 | $303,889 |
Northwestern Mutual's average total fees were $1,037, while their most frequently occuring range of origination fees (closing costs) were in the $<1k bucket, with 150 originations.
Interest Rates
| Loan Rate | Originations | Total Value | Average Loan |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4% | 121 | $26,065,000 | $215,413 |
| 4-5% | 34 | $6,110,000 | $179,706 |
| 2.5-3% | 8 | $1,100,000 | $137,500 |
| 5-6% | 3 | $485,000 | $161,667 |
During 2019, Northwestern Mutual's average interest rate for loans was 3.83%, while their most frequently originated rate bucket for loans was 3-4%, with 121 originations.
Loan Sizing
2019 saw Northwestern Mutual place emphasis on $200k-400k loans with 72 originations, totaling $20,320,000 in origination value.
Applicant Income
Northwestern Mutual lent most frequently to those with incomes in the $150k-250k range, with 68 originations. The second most popular income band? $100k-150k, with 42 originations.
Applicant Debt to Income Ratio
Northwestern Mutual lent most frequently to those with DTI ratios of 20-30%, with 59 originations. The next most common DTI ratio? <20%, with 52 originations.
Ethnicity Mix
Approval Rates
Total approvals of all applications94.92%
Northwestern Mutual has an average approval rate.
Pick Rate
Approvals leading to origination95.18%
Northwestern Mutual 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 | 166 | $33,760,000 | $203,373 |
Occupancy Type Mix
| Dwelling Type | Originations | Total Value | Average Loan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Family (1-4 Units):Site-Built | 166 | $33,760,000 | $203,373 |
LTV Distribution
Complaints
| Bank Name | Product | Issue | 2019 CPFB Complaints | % of Total Issues |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST BANCSHARES INC | Other type of mortgage | Trouble during payment process | 1 | 100.0% |