Rachel Velez
Senior Home Lending Advisor
NMLS ID: 624065
Languages spoken
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About Rachel
With fluency in Spanish, Rachel proudly serves clients in the Ridgewood, NJ area. Rachel has 24 years of experience as a Senior Home Lending Advisor and specializes in lending to self-employed clients, FHA mortgages, VA mortgages, vacation home financing, condo and co-op lending, and first-time homebuyer programs. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, need to expand or downsize, or are looking for a second home, Rachel is here to help you find a mortgage to fit your needs. Starting with a review of your finances, Rachel can help you get a clear picture of what might work best for you. Rachel will explain your options, answer any questions you may have, keep you informed and guide you through every step of the mortgage process. Above all, Rachel wants to ensure that you have a positive home lending experience.
Rachel's certifications
Chase Certified in FHA Loans
Chase Certified in VA Loans
Chase Certified in Chase Private Client Lending
Chase Certified in Down Payment Assistance Programs
Loans & Products
Conventional mortgage
Jumbo Mortgage1
DreaMakerSM mortgage2
FHA mortgage3
Veterans Affairs (VA) loan4
Terms and rates
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is it time to stop renting and buy a home?
When debating between renting vs. buying, you need to think about your lifestyle and finances. While renting can provide more flexibility, owning a home enables you to build equity in the property and may provide tax benefits.
Buying a home is a huge step, especially when you’re moving from renting to owning.
Buying a home is a huge step, especially when you’re moving from renting to owning.
How can I get information on mortgage loan options?
At Chase, you can choose from several types of mortgage loans to finance your home purchase. A Home Lending Advisor can help you understand the differences between the various loan options so you find one that best suits your financial situation.
Once you understand what you want out of a home, determining your housing budget is essential. After determining a loose housing budget, you'll need to decide how much you'll be comfortable paying each month. Your real estate agent will help you find the right home based on all of these factors. Looking for more information? Read our guide on “How to Find the Perfect Home!”
Once you understand what you want out of a home, determining your housing budget is essential. After determining a loose housing budget, you'll need to decide how much you'll be comfortable paying each month. Your real estate agent will help you find the right home based on all of these factors. Looking for more information? Read our guide on “How to Find the Perfect Home!”
What documents will I need to apply for a mortgage?
Traditional loans usually require documents that verify your employment, income and assets, and may include:
• Your Social Security number
• Pay stubs for the last two months
• W-2 forms for the past two years
• Bank statements for the past two or three months
• One to two years of federal tax returns
• A signed contract of sale (if you've already chosen your new home)
• Information on current debt, including car loans, student loans and credit cards
• Your Social Security number
• Pay stubs for the last two months
• W-2 forms for the past two years
• Bank statements for the past two or three months
• One to two years of federal tax returns
• A signed contract of sale (if you've already chosen your new home)
• Information on current debt, including car loans, student loans and credit cards
What is better: a fixed or an adjustable interest rate?
If you plan to be in your home for more than seven years, you may want to consider a fixed-rate mortgage, which offers predictable payments and long-term protection against rising mortgage interest rates. If you plan to be in your home for seven years or less, an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) could be attractive. Keep in mind that with an ARM, your monthly payments have the potential to go up each time your interest rate adjusts.
Current Chase mortgage rates10
Purchase
Refinance
The annual percentage rate (APR) is the cost of credit over the term of the loan expressed as an annual rate. The APR shown here is based on the interest rate, any discount points, and mortgage insurance for FHA loans. It does not take into account the processing fee or any other loan-specific finance charges you may be required to pay. Rates are estimated by state and actual rates may vary.
Purchase: Rates displayed in the table include approximately 1 point and are based on the following assumptions: conforming 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, 7/6 ARM and 5/6 ARM based on a loan amount of $350,000 with a down payment of 20%. 30-year fixed FHA based on a loan amount of $250,000 with a down payment of 5%. 30-year fixed jumbo and 10/6 Interest Only ARM jumbo products are based on a loan amount of $1,300,000 with a down payment of 30%. All loans assume a single-family residence; purchase loan; mortgage rate lock period of 30 days and customer profile with excellent credit. See estimated monthly payments. See estimated monthly payments.
Refinance: Rates displayed in the table include approximately 1 discount point and are based on the following assumptions: conforming 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, 7/6 ARM and 5/6 ARM based on a loan amount of $350,000 with a loan to value of 55%. 30-year fixed Jumbo and 10/6 Interest Only ARM jumbo products are based on a loan amount of $1,300,000 with a loan to value of 55%. All loans assume a single family residence, refinance loan, mortgage rate lock period of 45 days in all states except NY which has a rate lock period of 60 days and customer profile with excellent credit. See estimated monthly payments. See estimated monthly payments.
Depending upon your credit profile and loan amount, interest-only loans are available and provide for the payment of interest only for a set period of time, and payments of principal and interest thereafter for the remainder of the loan term. While making interest-only payments, principal is not reduced. At the end of this period, your monthly payment will increase.
Purchase: Rates displayed in the table include approximately 1 point and are based on the following assumptions: conforming 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, 7/6 ARM and 5/6 ARM based on a loan amount of $350,000 with a down payment of 20%. 30-year fixed FHA based on a loan amount of $250,000 with a down payment of 5%. 30-year fixed jumbo and 10/6 Interest Only ARM jumbo products are based on a loan amount of $1,300,000 with a down payment of 30%. All loans assume a single-family residence; purchase loan; mortgage rate lock period of 30 days and customer profile with excellent credit. See estimated monthly payments. See estimated monthly payments.
Refinance: Rates displayed in the table include approximately 1 discount point and are based on the following assumptions: conforming 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, 7/6 ARM and 5/6 ARM based on a loan amount of $350,000 with a loan to value of 55%. 30-year fixed Jumbo and 10/6 Interest Only ARM jumbo products are based on a loan amount of $1,300,000 with a loan to value of 55%. All loans assume a single family residence, refinance loan, mortgage rate lock period of 45 days in all states except NY which has a rate lock period of 60 days and customer profile with excellent credit. See estimated monthly payments. See estimated monthly payments.
Depending upon your credit profile and loan amount, interest-only loans are available and provide for the payment of interest only for a set period of time, and payments of principal and interest thereafter for the remainder of the loan term. While making interest-only payments, principal is not reduced. At the end of this period, your monthly payment will increase.
About Chase Home Lending
Whether you want to purchase a new home, refinance for a lower rate or use your home's equity for updates, we're ready to help you make it happen. You get a variety of powerful online mortgage tools and resources, a dedicated Chase Home Lending Advisor with you every step of the way and access to a personal online site for regular updates about your loan, neighborhood home sales and more.
1. Loans up to 85% of a home's value are available on a purchase or refinance with no cash back, subject to property type, a required minimum credit score and a minimum amount of monthly reserves (i.e., you must set aside enough money in reserve to make a specified number of monthly mortgage payments principal, interest, taxes, insurance and assessments after the loan closes). Product restrictions apply. Jumbo loans available up to $9.5 million. For loan amounts greater than $3MM (or $2MM for investment properties), customers must meet post-closing asset requirements to qualify. Additional restrictions may apply. Please contact a Chase Home Lending Advisor for details.
2. The DreaMaker mortgage is only available for purchase and no-cash-out refinance of a primary residence 1-4 unit property for 30-year fixed-rate terms. Income limits and homebuyer education course is required when all mortgage applicants are first time homebuyers.
3. FHA loans require an up-front mortgage insurance premium (UFMIP), which may be financed, or paid at closing, and an FHA annual mortgage insurance premium (MIP) paid monthly will also apply.
4. Veterans, Servicemembers, and members of the National Guard or Reserve may be eligible for a loan guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the VA is required to document eligibility. Restrictions and limitations apply.
5. A preapproval is based on a review of income and asset information you provide, your credit report and an automated underwriting system review. The issuance of a preapproval letter is not a loan commitment or a guarantee for loan approval. We may offer a loan commitment after you submit an application and we perform a final underwriting review, including verification of any information provided, property valuation and, if applicable, investor approval, which may result in a change to the terms of your preapproval. Preapprovals are not available on all products and may expire after 90 days. Contact a Home Lending Advisor for details.
6. Property search is provided by HouseCanary, Inc. (HouseCanary), a licensed real estate brokerage. HouseCanary, powered by ComeHome, is not affiliated with JPMorgan Chase, N.A. (Chase). ComeHome is provided to you as a courtesy. Chase is not responsible for the real estate services and the search results provided by ComeHome. Restrictions and limitations apply to the access of Chase MyHome.
7. Tools and calculators are provided as a courtesy to help you estimate your mortgage needs. Results shown are estimates only. Speak with a Chase Home Lending Advisor for more specific information. Message and data rates may apply from your service provider.
8. Important Notice to Servicemembers and Their Dependents: This refinance offer may not be advantageous to you if you are currently eligible for benefits provided by the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). If you are an SCRA-eligible customer and have questions about the SCRA or about this refinance offer, please discuss with your Home Lending Advisor. The amount you save on a refinanced mortgage may vary by loan. If a refinanced mortgage has a longer term than remains on your current loan, you will incur additional interest charges for the extended term.
9. For the Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) product, interest is fixed for a set period of time, and adjusts periodically thereafter. At the end of the fixed-rate period, the interest and payments may increase according to future index rates. The APR may increase after the loan closes.
10. The annual percentage rate (APR) is the cost of credit over the term of the loan expressed as an annual rate. The APR shown here is based on the interest rate, any points, and mortgage insurance for FHA loans. It does not take into account the processing fee or any other loan-specific finance charges you may be required to pay. Rates are estimated by state and actual rates may vary. Rate, points and APR may be adjusted based on several factors, including, but not limited to, state of property location, loan amount, documentation type, loan type, occupancy type, property type, loan to value and your credit score. Your final rate and points may be higher or lower than those quoted based on information relating to these factors, which may be determined after you apply.
Tools and calculators are provided as a courtesy to help you estimate your mortgage needs. Results shown are estimates only. Speak with a Chase Home Lending Advisor for more specific information. Message and data rates may apply from your service provider.
FHA loans require an up-front mortgage insurance premium (UFMIP), which may be financed, or paid at closing, and monthly premiums will apply.
For the Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) product, interest is fixed for a set period of time, and adjusts periodically thereafter. At the end of the fixed-rate period, the interest and payments may increase according to future index rates. The APR may increase after the loan closes.
The NMLS ID is a unique identification number that is issued by the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry (NMLS) to each Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO)
JPMorgan Chase does not offer tax advice. Please consult your tax advisor about the deductibility of interest and other charges.
All home lending products except IRRRL (Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan) are subject to credit and property approval. Rates, program terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Not all products are available in all states or for all amounts. Other restrictions and limitations apply.
Home lending products provided by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Member FDIC
2. The DreaMaker mortgage is only available for purchase and no-cash-out refinance of a primary residence 1-4 unit property for 30-year fixed-rate terms. Income limits and homebuyer education course is required when all mortgage applicants are first time homebuyers.
3. FHA loans require an up-front mortgage insurance premium (UFMIP), which may be financed, or paid at closing, and an FHA annual mortgage insurance premium (MIP) paid monthly will also apply.
4. Veterans, Servicemembers, and members of the National Guard or Reserve may be eligible for a loan guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the VA is required to document eligibility. Restrictions and limitations apply.
5. A preapproval is based on a review of income and asset information you provide, your credit report and an automated underwriting system review. The issuance of a preapproval letter is not a loan commitment or a guarantee for loan approval. We may offer a loan commitment after you submit an application and we perform a final underwriting review, including verification of any information provided, property valuation and, if applicable, investor approval, which may result in a change to the terms of your preapproval. Preapprovals are not available on all products and may expire after 90 days. Contact a Home Lending Advisor for details.
6. Property search is provided by HouseCanary, Inc. (HouseCanary), a licensed real estate brokerage. HouseCanary, powered by ComeHome, is not affiliated with JPMorgan Chase, N.A. (Chase). ComeHome is provided to you as a courtesy. Chase is not responsible for the real estate services and the search results provided by ComeHome. Restrictions and limitations apply to the access of Chase MyHome.
7. Tools and calculators are provided as a courtesy to help you estimate your mortgage needs. Results shown are estimates only. Speak with a Chase Home Lending Advisor for more specific information. Message and data rates may apply from your service provider.
8. Important Notice to Servicemembers and Their Dependents: This refinance offer may not be advantageous to you if you are currently eligible for benefits provided by the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). If you are an SCRA-eligible customer and have questions about the SCRA or about this refinance offer, please discuss with your Home Lending Advisor. The amount you save on a refinanced mortgage may vary by loan. If a refinanced mortgage has a longer term than remains on your current loan, you will incur additional interest charges for the extended term.
9. For the Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) product, interest is fixed for a set period of time, and adjusts periodically thereafter. At the end of the fixed-rate period, the interest and payments may increase according to future index rates. The APR may increase after the loan closes.
10. The annual percentage rate (APR) is the cost of credit over the term of the loan expressed as an annual rate. The APR shown here is based on the interest rate, any points, and mortgage insurance for FHA loans. It does not take into account the processing fee or any other loan-specific finance charges you may be required to pay. Rates are estimated by state and actual rates may vary. Rate, points and APR may be adjusted based on several factors, including, but not limited to, state of property location, loan amount, documentation type, loan type, occupancy type, property type, loan to value and your credit score. Your final rate and points may be higher or lower than those quoted based on information relating to these factors, which may be determined after you apply.
Tools and calculators are provided as a courtesy to help you estimate your mortgage needs. Results shown are estimates only. Speak with a Chase Home Lending Advisor for more specific information. Message and data rates may apply from your service provider.
FHA loans require an up-front mortgage insurance premium (UFMIP), which may be financed, or paid at closing, and monthly premiums will apply.
For the Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) product, interest is fixed for a set period of time, and adjusts periodically thereafter. At the end of the fixed-rate period, the interest and payments may increase according to future index rates. The APR may increase after the loan closes.
The NMLS ID is a unique identification number that is issued by the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry (NMLS) to each Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO)
JPMorgan Chase does not offer tax advice. Please consult your tax advisor about the deductibility of interest and other charges.
All home lending products except IRRRL (Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan) are subject to credit and property approval. Rates, program terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Not all products are available in all states or for all amounts. Other restrictions and limitations apply.
Home lending products provided by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Member FDIC