When purchasing a home, you NEED every step of the process to go smoothly and, more importantly-be on time. Seemingly small details such as not providing a bank statement or pay stub can cause a transaction not to close. Imagine not being able to get into your dream home on time-or at all just because things weren't in order. This and many other considerations are discussed in this informative episode of Lake Life. Franco Cordova from Gateway Mortgage reviews the entire process. What to do , what not to do, and how the importance of finding an experienced lender is crucial to a smooth process.