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About Vanderbilt Mortgage

Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance (NMLS #1561) is a national housing lender that operates under the umbrella of Berkshire Hathaway. It specializes in financing both new and used manufactured, mobile and modular homes. Vanderbilt also finances improvements for these types of homes, including energy-efficient upgrades.

Pros
  • Direct lending for used home purchases
  • Accommodates borrowers with lower credit scores
  • Numerous payment options
  • Home improvement loans with zero down
Cons
  • No home equity loans or HELOCs
  • No in-person branches

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Corbin, KY
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The mortgage process at Vanderbilt was the simplest of all the others that I checked out and the best deal as far as interest and APR. I just did it over the internet. I also like...

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Cleveland, TX
Verified purchase
Vanderbilt made the process easy and everything was explained. … They kept me informed on everything. ... When I talked with the rep I worked with, it was pretty much to the point...

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Rates

Vanderbilt Mortgage doesn’t display current rates on its website, but it does offer a mortgage calculator to provide an idea of what your mortgage might look like with different borrowing costs.

When searching for a mortgage lender, you’ll likely see the terms interest rate and annual percentage rate, or APR. The interest rate is the cost of borrowing money from a lender, and the APR encompasses the interest rate plus other costs and fees of getting the loan. Both are presented as annual percentages of the principal. Understanding the difference helps while you’re comparing lenders.

With some home loans, you have the option of a fixed-rate or an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). As of publishing (2022), ARMs are growing in popularity due to high interest rates. When rates are low, fixed-rate loans can feel like the safer option — they provide predictable payments and can make budgeting more manageable.

Over the past few years, Vanderbilt Mortgage’s average rates for home purchase loans have been a bit higher than the national average.

Vanderbilt Mortgage average home purchase rate vs. national average

Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. Rates reflect noncommercial home purchase loans only.

Application process

Vanderbilt Mortgage’s digital tools make applying for a mortgage fairly simple and direct. After clicking on the “Apply Today” button, take a brief survey about the type of mobile or modular home you want, your ideal location and how much money you can put down. From there, customers give some brief personal information and details about income, and a loan specialist follows up.

A reviewer on our site from Oklahoma said about their experience with Vanderbilt Mortgage: “We had to sell a home to buy another one, and the rep was wonderful. I talked to her one time, and she gave me a preapproval almost immediately, then started dealing with the place we were buying a mobile home from. … Also, the homeowners insurance that they offered us is right in line with what it should be and it's got great coverage. We're happy.”

Vanderbilt Mortgage application features

Loan types

Vanderbilt Mortgage originates mostly conventional loans. It offers portfolio home loans, which means it won't sell your loan on the secondary mortgage loan market — instead, it services the loan throughout the entire term.

Vanderbilt also offers land loans, which can help if you plan to buy a plot of land and the home that will sit on it. Though the company offers financing for improvements, it does not offer home equity loans or HELOCs.

In 2021, Vanderbilt Mortgage received 124,080 home purchase applications. Of those, it closed only 20,610 (about 17%) loans, and it denied 51,289 (about 41%) applications.

Loan applications for home purchases only by year

Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. Includes conventional, USDA, VA and FHA mortgages.

Refinancing

While rates were historically low in 2020 and 2021, refinancing became a popular option. Despite this recent increase in refis, Vanderbilt’s main focus is home purchase loans (89.1% of all its loans in 2021).

Home purchase vs. refinance loans by year

Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act Data. Includes conventional, USDA, VA and FHA mortgages.

Requirements

After a loan specialist has reviewed your application, Vanderbilt Mortgage will explain its borrower qualifications for its conventional loan programs. Vanderbilt Mortgage works with applicants who have less-than-perfect credit and first-time homebuyers, so don’t be discouraged from applying even if you have a lower credit score.

Vanderbilt Mortgage only offers conventional loans. To learn about lenders offering other types of loans, read our guides on FHA lenders, VA lenders and USDA lenders.

Cost and fees

Once you apply for a loan, Vanderbilt Mortgage provides a three-page Loan Estimate form with the estimated costs of your loan, including closing costs.

Look over the form carefully for details about the rates and additional costs, including any origination, appraisal, survey, title or attorney fees. Vanderbilt states that most of its loans don’t have a prepayment penalty, so be sure to ask if yours does.

Vanderbilt Mortgage does list some service fees, ranging from a $10 fee for assisted phone pay to a $150 recast fee. There is a $57 lien release recording fee at the time of publishing.

FAQ

How does Vanderbilt Mortgage work?

Vanderbilt Mortgage offers financing programs for purchasing new and used manufactured and modular homes. You can start by filling out an online application. A loan professional will review your application and call you to explain what further documentation is needed and explain loan requirements. If land is part of your home purchase, Vanderbilt will order an appraisal and title search before issuing full approval of the loan.

Is Vanderbilt Mortgage legit?

Vanderbilt Mortgage is a legitimate company that has been lending for over 40 years. It is owned by Berkshire Hathaway.

Where is Vanderbilt Mortgage available?

Vanderbilt Mortgage makes residential mortgage loans in 33 states. It is not available in Alaska, Connecticut, Hawaii, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Vermont or Wisconsin.

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    StaffLoan Process

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2025

    I would like to thank Vanderbilt Mortgage for their extreme compassion and understanding. My dad passed during the process of my loan and there was extremely generous, compassionate and understanding during this time, and I would like to thank Hayden and Laurie, in particular, for helping me through this.

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    Punctuality & SpeedLoan Process

    Reviewed Aug. 18, 2025

    Since obtaining a loan 5 years ago with Vanderbilt my financial situation changed as well as the date I get paid. Vanderbilt refused to amend the due date. This now increases what I owe due to late fees. Thanks Vanderbilt for making my financial situation more difficult in order for you to maintain a policy. Your $20.00 late fee is more important than your customers.

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      Customer ServiceCoveragePunctuality & SpeedRefunds & PayoutsStaff

      Reviewed Aug. 5, 2025

      For two years in a row, they were late paying my homeowners insurance through escrow. Customer service was not helpful. They use a third party Assurant. I ended up having to pay my insurance and it took forever to get my money back. Terrible.

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      CoverageStaffLoan Process

      Reviewed July 19, 2025

      Didn't enter total amount to be paid off by insurance company, Instead they turned in 26000 and kept 1800 out to make me pay, that's not what having insurance is about. And their shady actions are ruining my credit. My daughter passed on 06/02/2025 and because of them I can't get a loan to have her body moved from Florida to Texas. That's the type of people they are, they don't care!!!!

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      Customer ServiceTransparency

      Reviewed July 3, 2025

      I recently just relocated and everything has been very overwhelming but I kept Vanderbilt Mortgage up to date with everything that has been going on. Although, today I made a call and I spoke with Joshua **. He was the absolute best. I informed him of everything that was going on and he reached out to his supervisor Kaley **. They came of up a solution that suit my needs to perfection. If you are having a rough month or so don’t hesitate to reach out to keep things resolved in the best way possible.

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      Punctuality & SpeedStaffBillingTransparency

      Reviewed June 21, 2025

      My recent dealings with Vanderbilt Mortgage Company have been nothing short of a nightmare, marked by financial inconsistencies, alleged fraudulent activity involving third parties, and what appears to be a coercive hold on property title. The most perplexing issue began with a debt forgiveness of $44,000 on my deceased mother's mobile home, despite the original outstanding balance being a mere $20,000. This significant discrepancy raises serious questions about the accounting practices and transparency of Vanderbilt Mortgage. Adding to the complexity, a fraudulent investor entered the picture, initially offering $180,000 for the property. However, the transaction quickly devolved into a series of shady maneuvers, culminating in only $16,000 being provided. Recognizing the dubious nature of the deal, I promptly backed out.

      Alarmingly, scammers introduced as "handymen" by this same investor then surfaced, bizarrely claiming ownership of my land. It's my strong belief that Vanderbilt Mortgage Company and this fraudulent investor are working in concert, with the $44,000 "debt forgiveness" potentially being a repayment from Vanderbilt to the investor, further implicating a deeply intertwined and illicit scheme. The situation escalated when Vanderbilt Mortgage demanded an additional $800 payment to release my mother's mobile home title, effectively holding it hostage until the payment was made. This constitutes a blatant act of coercion, especially given the preceding financial irregularities and alleged fraud.

      To compound the damages, Vanderbilt Mortgage then issued a 1099-C form, indicating cancelled debt, which effectively turns their questionable debt forgiveness into a taxable event for me. This final act feels like a complete betrayal, adding insult to injury and further financially burdening me after what has been an emotionally and financially draining ordeal. Overall, my experience with Vanderbilt Mortgage Company has been characterized by extreme frustration, a lack of transparency, and involvement in what appears to be a broader scheme of financial manipulation and fraud. Given these egregious circumstances, I will be pursuing legal action and contacting the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding these potentially fraudulent acts. Potential customers should exercise extreme caution and thoroughly investigate all aspects before engaging with this company.

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      Reviewed April 12, 2025

      I signed my note 9/22/2020, I did not sign the contract on that day. I was told to sign it. I did not want to sign it as I needed to take I home and review it. I was told I had to read over it there. I could not read it without my magnifier reader. He told me to do the best I could. I refused. He told me the lender would sue me if I did not sign. I held out my hand and demanded consideration. He lied and said they did not do that anymore and I was all digital. I demanded consideration 3 times with my hand held out. No consideration.

      The contract was predated to the date I signed the note, not the date I signed it 3 days later. It took VMF 1 year and 15 days before they got my home set up and handed me the keys. They called demanding payment. I told them I knew my rights and I did not have any keys to my home and I legally did not have to pay anything and I did not know why it took them over a year to bring me my home and keys.

      Fast forward to 2025 and I find out the lender is actually a "Debtor". This lender can not produce a note that the secured party now has in their possession. I called the Secured Party and they said my note had been pooled and they did not know who had it. However, VMF claims to be the trustee and trust, holder, owner, lender, servicer and beneficiary of my note. Those are lies, pardon me... "misrepresentations". Check the TNSOS website and don't hesitate to give them a call and verify it. VMF has been a debtor for several years and they may not get released until 2026 and 2027. They did not tell me they were a debtor and had they told me I would have went someplace else.

      I would never recommend them. Buy a storage building and make a tiny home and add on. Stay away from them. Yes they illegally foreclosed on me as I had sent in 7 (seven) debt disputes, QWR, debt verification ownership of note and I also sent 4 complaints to the CFPB. Never received any I formation on the note. They consistently stonewalled me and kept sending the deed of trust and no information on who cashed the note, Allonge, assignments, transfers. Nothing. Did I get a loan, or credits??? I know I did not get any consideration. Stay away from this lender who is a debtor.

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      Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed March 4, 2025

      I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Customer Service Representative Paden ** and his supervisor Debra ** for their exceptional assistance. The entire process took just 15 minutes, and while I initially didn’t fully understand what was being done, the outcome was fantastic! Paden went the extra mile to ensure my issue was resolved, and I truly appreciate their dedication and support. Thank you both for making this a smooth and quick experience!

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      Punctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed Feb. 26, 2025

      I have been working and built mortgage for 8 years. They have all right, my credit make me manipulated me. If you get in a bind, they will not help you. They will foreclose on you very fast. So I recommend anyone reading this. Do not gave a mortgage to Vanderbilt Mortgage, you will regret it

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      Customer ServiceTechMaintenanceStaff

      Reviewed Aug. 20, 2024

      I would like to give a shout out Tim ** for making it easy to talk about my account and helping me get a resolution to fix the situation. There was no condescending remarks, insulting questions to what was already obvious. A nice calm conversation. I really appreciate Lisha my account manager as well who also made it possible. Last but not the least, I thank Mark the rep that came out today on the 90 degree weather and allowed me to talk to Tim from his phone was just awesome. The first representative that represented Vanderbilt really well. Thank you all.

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      Vanderbilt Mortgage Company Information

      Company Name:
      Vanderbilt Mortgage
      Address:
      PO Box 9800
      City:
      Maryville
      State/Province:
      TN
      Postal Code:
      37802
      Country:
      United States
      Website:
      www.vmfhomeloan.com