Patent attributes
A method of processing a secured loan so as to close the loan in time periods on the order of one hour. The loan process is initiated by accepting a loan application from a borrower. The loan application includes at least the borrower's identity, collateral identity, and stated income of the borrower. A credit request is generated based upon the borrower's identity to obtain a credit report, the credit report including credit information and credit score information. A property evaluation database is accessed using the collateral identity. A matrix having specified approval criteria is applied to generate a credit approval, collateral title underwriting approval, and income approval. Loan documentation is generated and transmitted for signatures at closing.
