Assumption Clock

Planet Home Lending assumption timeline

2 community reports · #10 fastest of 12 servicers.

Median
90 d
Average
3.0 mo
Range
90–90 d

Average days by loan type

Loan typeReportsMedianAverage
Not stated1——
VA190 d90 d

Common holdups

  • No single point of contact2×
  • Slow to send the application package1×
  • Underwriting backlog1×
  • Not stated183+ days, still waiting

    Agent: client under contract 6 months; PHL repeatedly says it lacks the paperwork/authorization already submitted.

    • Slow to send the application package
    • No single point of contact
    ApproximateReported by a agentPosted 2026-07Source: r/Mortgages (u/gooddaytoreddit)
  • VATN90 days

    Buyer closed a 2.5% VA assumption after "90 days of red tape"; seller conveyed part of their VA entitlement.

    • No single point of contact
    • Underwriting backlog

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