Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Review 2022
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At a glance
NMLS: 399801
4.9
Bankrate Score
Loans offered
Conventional, jumbo, FHA, VA, USDA, fixed-rate, adjustable-rate; rate-and-term and cash-out refinancing; construction and renovation loans; investment property
Nationwide Availability
Available in all U.S. states
Min. credit score required
620 for conventional loans
Pros and cons
Pros
- Displays mortgage rates online
- Massive branch network
- Will consider non-traditional credit references in application process
- Offers low-down payment options to assist lower-income borrowers
Cons
- No longer offers home equity lines of credit (HELOCs)
- Below-average customer satisfaction scores and negative past customer reviews
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage overview
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage is good for
Borrowers with limited credit histories or those who prefer a traditional bank with plenty of branch locations
Breakdown of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage overall score
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Affordability: The rates Wells Fargo advertises on its website are overall competitive compared to Bankrate’s averages, but you might find lower-rate offers elsewhere. As with many lenders, the bank offers the option to buy down your rate at closing.
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Availability: Along with banking services, Wells Fargo offers mortgages to borrowers, including real estate investors, in every state.
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Borrower experience: J.D. Power ranked Wells Fargo just above average for mortgage customer satisfaction in 2022. As one of the largest banks in the country, it offers multiple convenient channels to obtain a loan.
Methodology
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Affordability: 5/5
Wells Fargo displays its latest mortgage rates on its website, and as of this review, they were slightly lower than Bankrate’s averages. The bank’s lender fees vary — you can get a complete estimate of closing costs, including origination charges, by inputting a few details about your credit score, the property you want to buy and the down payment you plan to make in the bank’s online customized rate calculator.
Availability: 5/5
Wells Fargo operates nationwide, and its loan options include conventional, FHA, VA and USDA mortgages. The bank also offers several flexible jumbo loan options for those buying or refinancing higher-priced homes. You’ll need a 620 credit score, at minimum, to qualify for a conventional mortgage.
Borrower experience: 4.7/5
Wells Fargo has been around since 1852. In recent years, the bank has run afoul of regulators and become associated with some disreputable practices. In J.D. Power’s latest study of mortgage origination customer satisfaction, the bank scored higher than the industry average. However, it isn’t accredited by the Better Business Bureau and has a “Bad” rating on Trustpilot based on more than 800 customer reviews.
Still, if you’re looking to obtain a loan with the bank, its website offers loads of helpful resources for borrowers, including the My FirstHome digital education experience to help you determine if you’re ready to stop renting. There are also calculators and comparison tools to help you understand the costs of purchasing or refinancing.
To get started with a mortgage, you can get prequalified online; visit a branch; or call 877-937-9357 to connect with a loan officer, or 800-357-6675 for customer service (available Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. CT). There’s also a convenient chat feature on the bank’s website.
Refinancing with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Wells Fargo offers a range of refinancing options. You can compare refinance rates and get an estimate of your closing costs with the bank’s calculator online.
Alternatives to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
- Rocket Mortgage review – A top originator and frequently at No. 1 in terms of customer satisfaction
- Chase Home Lending review – Another massive traditional bank with high satisfaction scores
- U.S. Bank mortgage review – Better customer satisfaction scores, but the bank doesn’t consider alternative credit data
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage consumer reviews
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Written by
David McMillin
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David McMillin is a contributing writer for Bankrate and covers topics like credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. David’s goal is to help readers figure out how to save more and stress less.