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Welcome to WFG-kipedia!
WFG's underwriting, searching and closing quick reference.
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WFG-kipedia is a work in progress. Each state has it's own little variations and different rules and we're attempting to compile those into both a quick reference and a more detailed reference here. We know it it not complete and on some points contains inaccuracies. For that reason, its use is limited to WFG employees. While we hope it will eventually improve to the point that it can become a valuable resource for our agents, but it's not there yet. So please don't share your access credentials, and any use by persons who are not employees of WFG is strictly forbidden.
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National & Multi-State Topics
===there’s no difference between a short form LP and a regular 2006 LP when it comes to the underwriting.
If you have a filed mechanics lien that won’t be paid off, an encroachment, or you’re insuring a second mortgage, you can still issue a short form LP. Just check the addendum box and take an exception like you would for the offending item on the 2006 LP.===
Forms
Multi-State Summaries
Validated Summaries
- Multi-State_CPL_States_Rates_and_Forms
- Deed of Trust Trustee Requirements
- State laws releasing lien after BK Discharge
- Mobile Homes - Conversion to Real Property
- Good Funds by State
- Escheat Summary
- Search Requirements
- Mechanics Liens
- State Licensing Requirements 6-3-2019
These materials have been pulled from other sources but not verified. They may or may not be current or reliable.
- 2020 Attorney State Breakdown - Oct. Research
- Inducements and Rebates
- Mechanics Liens
- Probate
- Recording Requirements
- Spousal Signatures
- The Ultimate Real Estate Compliance Manual
- Usury Laws
- Survey Requirements
- Table Funding Practices
- Tenancy By Entireties
- UPL
- Stewart State Laws and Customs
- Chicago Real Estate Laws and Customs by State
- First Am Guide to Customs by State
- Land Am 50 State Reference
Underwriter Resources
Cautionary Notices Forms and Processes
Fannie Mae Single Family Selling Guide 7/3/19
HUD Home Equity Conversion Mortgages Handbook (4235.1)
- Consult the User's Guide for information on using the wiki software.
WFG Company Information
Form 9 Annual Reports
- 2015 Form 9 Annual Statement
- 2016 Form 9 Annual Statement
- 2017 Form 9 Annual Statement
- 2018 Form 9 Annual Statement
- 2019 Form 9 Annual Statement
- 2020 Form 9 Annual Statement
- 2Q 2020 Form 9 Quarterly Statement
- 3Q 2020 Form 9 Quarterly Statement