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About PHH Mortgage

PHH Mortgage (NMLS #2726) has provided mortgage services and financing solutions for more than 30 years. PHH Mortgage offers a variety of loans for home purchases and refinancing and provides assistance from experienced loan officers. Its website also has mortgage resources, including educational articles, checklists and loan calculators.

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Variety of purchase and refinancing loan types
    • Available nationwide
    • Online tools and resources
    Cons
    • No fully online application
    • No home equity loans or HELOCs

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    Overall, we had a good experience. However, the one problem that we had was: when we closed, we were suppose to get our August payment back. Instead, they incorrectly rolled it ov...

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    Rates

    PHH Mortgage does not publish its starting rates online. In order to receive an accurate rate quote, you’ll need to apply for preapproval by contacting the company. Keep in mind the difference between the interest rate and the annual percentage rate (APR) — the APR includes both interest and fees.

    In 2021, PHH Mortgage had a slightly higher average rate for home purchase loans than the national average, but rates can vary significantly based on the borrower’s financial status and other factors.

    PHH Mortgage does offer adjustable-rate mortgages, which are more popular during times when rates are high due to lower starting interest rates.

    PHH Mortgage average home purchase rate vs. national average

    YearDifference from national average
    2021 +0.54%
    2020 +0.23%
    2019 +0.29%
    Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. Rates reflect noncommercial home purchase loans only.

    Application process

    You can start the preapproval process with PHH Mortgage online or over the phone. If you choose to do it online, you’ll need to answer six short questions, including the type of mortgage you’re applying for and the loan amount you’re seeking.

    From there, a loan officer will contact you directly to gather more information. Be prepared to answer questions about your income and assets; you will also need to submit documentation to verify this information (like W-2s and bank statements). After you receive preapproval, you can use the online borrower portal to see the up-to-date status of your loan.

    PHH Mortgage application features

    FeaturesAvailability
    Online application X
    Mobile document upload X
    Physical branches X
    Publishes minimum rate on website X
    Rate lock 60 to 90 days
    Pre-qualification (no hard credit pull) X
    Certified approval letter

    Loan types

    PHH Mortgage offers several mortgage products, including conventional loans (ARM or fixed-rate), government-backed loans (like FHA and VA) and jumbo loans for those who need to borrow beyond the conforming loan limits set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

    You can also refinance with PHH Mortgage, whether you’re aiming to cash out, get a lower interest rate or shorten your loan term. The company offers 15-, 20-, 25- and 30-year terms on its conventional loans.

    In 2021, the company closed on 124 home purchase loans out of 355 applications (35%). It denied 145 applications (41%).

    Loan applications for home purchases only by year

    202120202019
    Home purchase applications 355 251 314
    Home purchase loans closed 124 97 122
    Home purchase applications denied 149 106 110
    Home purchase preapprovals denied 0 0 0
    Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. Includes conventional, USDA, VA and FHA mortgages.

    Refinancing

    The vast majority (over 98%) of loans PHH Mortgage originated in 2021 were for refinancing and cash-out refinancing. Among all lenders, refinance loans, including rate-and-term refinances and cash-out refinances, made up about 58% of loans originated in 2021.

    Home purchase vs. refinance loans by year

    202120202019
    Home purchase loans 1.26% 1.70% 4.11%
    Refinance loans 45.86% 55.17% 28.62%
    Cash-out refinance 52.88% 43.12% 67.27%
    Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act Data. Includes conventional, USDA, VA and FHA mortgages.

    Requirements

    Each type of loan PHH Mortgage offers has different eligibility requirements for things such as credit score, income, debt-to-income (DTI) ratio and property type. Before you apply for preapproval, a PHH Mortgage loan officer can help you determine which loans you are eligible for and how much you can borrow.

    PHH Mortgage doesn’t disclose many of its loan requirements. However, most lenders require a 620 credit score to be eligible for a conventional loan; FHA loans require a credit score of at least 500 to 580.

    Jumbo loans typically require higher credit scores  — at least 680. PHH Mortgage does state that most FHA loans and VA loans require a 3.5% down payment. A conventional loan typically requires at least a 3% down payment.

    National mortgage requirements by type

    Min. credit scoreMin. down paymentCompare with other lenders
    Conventional Typically 620 Typically 3% Mortgage lenders
    FHA 500 3.5% with 580 credit score FHA lenders
    VA Set by lender (often 580) 0% VA lenders

    At the time of publishing, PHH Mortgage does not offer USDA loans. For information on this type of loan, read our guide on the best USDA-approved lenders.

    Cost and fees

    PHH Mortgage does not publicly disclose costs and fees associated with its loans, but as part of your application, you will receive a Loan Estimate. This three-page form explains all the costs and fees of your mortgage, including closing costs.

    FAQ

    Does PHH Mortgage accept cards?

    Yes. You can pay with a Visa, Mastercard or Discover card. You can also make payments through Apple Pay or your bank account.

    How does PHH Mortgage work?

    You can start the application process online by answering six short questions. The PHH Mortgage team then contacts you and walks you through the homebuying or refinancing process. Its representatives help customers understand different types of loans, down payment options and closing costs. You can then apply for preapproval and use PHH Mortgage’s online portal to track the status of your loan, from the time you get an accepted offer through closing.

    Is PHH Mortgage legit?

    PHH Mortgage is a legitimate mortgage company available throughout the U.S. It offers a variety of loan types for homebuyers and owners looking to refinance existing loans.

    Where is PHH Mortgage available?

    PHH Mortgage is available in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.

    PHH Mortgage Reviews

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    Punctuality & Speed

    Reviewed April 9, 2024

    My insurance premium for 2023 was unpaid by PHH after they got 5 copies of the invoice over 1 1/2 months. 3 days after the policy expired one of their supervisors told me to "send the invoice again and they would open the email the next day and look into paying it." I had to pay it myself. It took a month to get half reimbursed then another month to get the rest. Since I had to come up with over $2,000 myself I informed them we were going to do a 3-month deferment with those payments due at the end of the loan term. They approved that after a couple months of lies about how that was not a thing. After the 3 month deferment I went back to paying on time and in full as always and they started sending me collection letters saying I was 3-5 months behind. In December 2023 I got the invoice for the policy renewal and sent it to them. I told them to pay it ASAP. They said they wouldn't pay until the Jan 15th due date.

    Since I knew that was the same lie as a year prior, I paid the premium myself and informed them that the Feb payment would be short by the amount I had to pay on their behalf. Around April 5th they sent me a copy of that Feb payment check and said they destroyed it and now I'm another month behind. When I asked the "supervisor" what he expected me to do if the building burned down while they caused me to be uninsured he said "just send them the premium then and they will cover the property." I have wasted close to 30 hours of my life over the last 16 months trying to get them to do the right thing and they do nothing but LIE LIE LIE. For every future mortgage I will be asking the lender to confirm that they will never send my account to phh. If they are unwilling to put that in writing, then I will refuse to do business with them. I advise you to do the same.

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    Reviewed March 15, 2024

    We had a reverse mortgage with PPH for almost 10 years. Throughout the loan, it was always very difficult to get to information either online or over the phone. After substantial changes in the interest rates, the interest was now eating up the credit and equity in our home so we decided to pay it off. It has now been over 45 days since they received the payment... They will not provide the final statement of accounting, the original note of instrument, the note marked paid, or a refund of our overpayment. Phone call after phone call just gets "We don't have to pay refunds, just check back next week for whatever else you are looking for." They say there is no access for customers to the payoff department, none of the customer service reps have anyone else they can ask or have no supervisors. A complaint is filed with our state Department of Finance and the Attorney General's Office at this point and we still have none of the legally required documents.

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      Punctuality & Speed

      Reviewed Feb. 2, 2024

      In December 2023, I received notification that a tax lien had been purchased on my home due to an outstanding property tax payment. I contacted PHH on three separate occasions and every representative confirmed the taxes had been paid for 2023, 2022, and 2021 and further back. I called my county tax office and learned the second payment for 2022 was returned because PHH made it using a check and the tax office only accepts wire transfers (which is how the payments had previously been made). The county tax rep urged me to pay the attorney to release the lien and pay the outstanding tax bill if I was able because the attorney could start foreclosure proceedings because I was outside of the 4 month timeframe where the bill could be settled without additional steps being taken.

      I contacted the lawyer and requested the lien payoff amount and sent it to him. He then emailed me, PHH, and the county tax office stating the lien had been paid so now the tax bill could be paid. However, the release of the lien was only good for 10 days after which, additional fees could accrue. I spoke to a fourth PHH representative who then confirmed that the second payment for 2022 had been returned and they placed the money back into my escrow account with a 'tax refund' note. At no point was I notified about this when the supposed refund occurred. A simple review of the 2021 property tax bill should at the very least make them wonder why a check would be returned for overpayment and do further research.

      I finally spoke with an escalation manager who was working with the tax department to get the outstanding taxes paid; he also informed me a check had been mailed to me to cover the attorney fees I paid on the lien release. In mid-January, a PHH rep called to let me know the taxes (along with interest and penalty fees) had been paid by PHH; however, when I inquired again about the status of the attorney fees, I was informed that check had actually been sent to the lawyer who purchased the lien.

      At that time, I contacted the lawyer and he informed me that he only received my certified check. After two additional conversations with escalation managers, I was informed that because I paid the lawyer myself, I would NOT be refunded. Yet PHH seemed to attempt to pay the lawyer but someone they won't refund me for money I paid out for their negligence. PHH has failed in their fiduciary responsibility to ensure my escrow payments are disbursed on time and maintained to include any and all fees accrued for their mistake.

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      Reviewed Feb. 2, 2024

      PHH makes me want to puke!! I hope when they all die they are locked out of God's home for what they have done to so many people just to get richer! Go to hell all of PHH mortgage workers. You all deserve a special place in hell! They lie, they cheat, they act like they are working on your problem. You pay and pay and they don't apply your payments. You show proof you paid and they are going to fix it but they DON'T and never planned on it! I'm like a wild maniac when I hear PHH for what they have done to so many people. Cheat! THIEVES! Fraud! Liars! They destroy lives and don't bat an eye! They kill dreams and sleep well at night. If you read this and think all these people must've missed payments or something and they deserved it THINK AGAIN!!!! NOT SO.

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      Reviewed Nov. 13, 2023

      Good morning, I have been "**" around for years by PHH, Ocwen, whatever they call themselves these day. I have a condo in Florida and basically they have added $120,000 to the end of my loan. I paid $344,500 for it in 2008 and put $70,000 down. I mortgaged about $275K and during the housing crisis, I did a loan modification and was paying interest only for 10 years. Now, I still owe $260k on the condo and a whopping $120,000 at the end of the loan. After living here 15 years, I actually owe more than I paid for the condo in 2008, not to mention the money I have paid my mortgage. I am hoping to speak to one of the attorneys to discuss my options. I can be reached at **. Thank you, Lynn

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      Reviewed Oct. 11, 2023

      Do not choose to do business with this company. I didn’t choose them. My mortgage was sold to them. A water pipe burst in my home over 5 months ago, which caused over $100,000 of damage. My insurance company has been great, but as they release claim checks to get my home repaired, they have to include PHH as a co-payee.

      The insurance company has released 66% of the funds. PHH will only release 42% of that money to me. They refuse to release any more until my repairs are 80% complete. How can I get to 80% complete with only 42% of the money? That’s a question no one at PHH will, or can, answer. Thanks to my own mortgage company, we’ve been without a kitchen for 5 months, and will still not have one by Thanksgiving or Christmas. Because I cannot escape the nightmare of their call center, I reached out directly to Glen Messina, the CEO. He chose not to respond. My house is still gutted. We just want our house back. Avoid PHH if at all possible!

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      Reviewed Sept. 28, 2023

      Avoid PHH at all costs. We did a loan modification and they reported us to the credit companies for nonpayment even though we made the modified payment on time. Our collective credit scores dropped almost 250 points in a single day. Talking to someone who does not have an accent is impossible. I was told to email my concerns (in a PDF form), which I have done several times. I spoke to my lawyer who said they need to do a rapid rescore on our behalf. I have not heard back from PHH and it has been over a month. Absolutely awful experience.

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      Reviewed Sept. 18, 2023

      Had mortgage for years. First issue is they keep changing loan servicers. Hard to keep up. Reps on phone are mostly rude and unknowledgeable. Spend most time reading scripts to protect them. Recently got behind 1 payment due to illness. Long story short, eventual 2nd payment plan is mathematically incorrect. Would have us pay 8 payments over 6 months. It is simple math. We are elderly, the time and trouble trying to correct this error has stressed us. Recently advised by nonprofit law firm to file a ‘Notice of Error”. Stay away if possible.

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      Reviewed Sept. 18, 2023

      ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE! We refinanced with PPH Mortgage and ever since we completed the refinanced, it has been a nightmare. We attempted to un-escrow our taxes as we did not sign anything at closing that said we needed to keep our taxes escrowed. We got declined because it was a "commercial loan". Okay, we let it go because "it is what it is". Well, it's school tax time and on the 4 properties we have in our portfolio loan, only ONE got paid on time. The 3 others still have not been paid (due 8/31/23 & 9/15/23). I have called numerous times and attempted to email and call my loan specialist Kimberley ** and she refuses to contact me back. I have multiple emails of me reaching out, asking when my taxes will be paid and nothing in response. I have called and spoke with other reps and they "chat" over to her and she will make comments saying "I will call her today" and NEVER does.

      She is extremely unprofessional and unhelpful. Since this company has not paid my taxes on the 1st due date, there are extra fees added on which supposedly PPH Mortgage will cover but again, it will be months of me contacting them and bugging them to refund my escrow account. This could be completely avoided if they allowed me to pay my own taxes as I have asked multiple times. They did not pull their end of the bargain and pay on time but no one there seems to be able to help. They just apologize and say "I am so sorry. This should not have happened". When I ask to speak with the tax processing team, they do not take calls so it is impossible to reach anyone who can help me. Worst mortgage company out there.

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      Reviewed Aug. 4, 2023

      My mortgage was sold to PHH and I have been unhappy since. They are paying taxes on a lot next to my house. Not where my home is. This cost me almost 3000.00 from the state for taxes not paid. Dumb.

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        1. Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council, “ HMDA Data Publication .” Accessed Aug. 23, 2022.

        PHH Mortgage Company Information

        Company Name:
        PHH Mortgage
        Year Founded:
        1984
        Address:
        P.O. Box 5452
        City:
        Mount Laurel
        State/Province:
        NJ
        Postal Code:
        08054
        Country:
        United States
        Website:
        www.phhmortgage.com