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Mr. Cooper FHA Loans Review


ConsumersAdvocate.org Rating: 3.9 / 5 (Very good)
9 Customer Comments & Reviews - see all comments
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Mr. Cooper, formerly Nationstar Mortgage LLC, is a Texas-based home loan provider that offers traditional mortgages, cash out refinances, FHA loans, FHA streamline loans, HARP loans, VA loans, and jumbo loans. Alongside this wide variety of options, the company also offers a wealth of online educational materials and calculators in order to help consumers decide on the best home loan fit for themselves. Mr. Cooper was founded in 1997 and has an A- grade with the BBB.

How is Mr. Cooper rated?

Breakdown

0.0/5
Geographic Availability
4.3/5
Customer Experience
3.8/5
Lender Reputation

Overall Rating: 3.9 / 5 (Very good)

The change from Nationstar Mortgage LLC to Mr. Cooper is accompanied by a more relaxed, user-centric mortgage experience. This is particularly evident on the company's revamped website, which is chock-full of online tools and calculators, advice, educational materials, and overall customer support. Mr. Cooper's online app also makes it extremely easy for existing customers to manage their accounts and even have access to an official FICO score from one of the big 3 credit bureaus (although which one is not specified). However, the application process has not made the transition to a 100% digital experience. Potential customers cannot get a quote online and must submit their email and phone to be contacted by an agent. There is also a lack of overall information on the specifics of Mr. Cooper's FHA mortgages. Finally, though the company has had its fair share of complaints under its previous incarnation, the customer experience since changing to Mr. Cooper seems to be, by and large, more positive.

Mr. Cooper Loan Specifics

Types of FHA Loans Offered

FHA Fixed-Rate 15-Year
FHA Fixed-Rate 25-Year
FHA Fixed-Rate 30 Year
FHA Fixed Rate 15 Year
FHA Fixed-Rate 30 Year
FHA Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM)
FHA Jumbo Fixed Rate
FHA Hybrid
FHA Bridge/Relocation Loan
FHA Home Improvement 203(k)
FHA Self Employed

Key FHA Loan Facts

Minimum FICO Score
580
Non-Traditional Credit History Considered
No

Loan Specifics - 4 / 5

In terms of loan offerings, it's not clear what types of FHA loans Mr. Cooper offers beyond the traditional fixed rate options. The company requires the typical HUD-defined qualifications such as a 3.5% down payment with a 580 credit score. Mortgages for credit scores below this will likely require higher percentage down payments and different LTV requirements. Mr. Cooper requires customers to speak directly with loan officers before handing out any specifics on the details of their FHA loans. Hence, we recommend you take a look at HUD's website directly to see loan limits and terms as they vary by state.

Mr. Cooper Customer Experience

Customer Experience - 4.3 / 5

As previously mentioned, Mr. Cooper will not provide you with an online quote or application. Prospective customers must fill out a brief questionnaire and provide their phone and email. By doing this you consent to have representatives of Mr. Cooper contact you via email, text, or phone. Furthermore, there's a chance this communication will be automatically generated. The company also makes no guarantees or estimate of decision time or loan closing time, as this is effected by a number of factors and including the state of residence. However, Mr. Cooper provides existing customers with a host of useful features. These include a very robust online account management platform, no transaction fees, a handy mobile app that features swipe to pay, and a home rewards credit card. But perhaps most useful is the Mr. Cooper app allows primary borrowers to monitor their official FICO score for free.

Online Features

Online Application
No
FHA Mortgage Calculator
Yes
Online Quote
No

Decision Time

Not Stated

Loan Closing Time

Not Stated

Mr. Cooper Lender Reputation

Lender Reputation - 3.8 / 5

When under the name Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Mr. Cooper had 12 NMLS regulatory actions since 2016 and a large number of consumer complaints lodged with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the BBB. Customers main problems seemed to center around difficulty in communication. The rebranding as Mr. Cooper is accompanied by a renewed focus on customer service and an improving of overall customer experience, especially online and via mobile app. In recent years the company has gone to great lengths to enhance communication and access. In light of this, Mr. Cooper's customer assistance hours are longer than most FHA mortgage lenders we evaluate.

Key Reputational Facts

Year Founded
1997
BBB Rating
A-
Number of BBB Positive Reviews
23
Number of BBB Negative Reviews
137
Date Collected
2018-01-24

Complaints & Actions

Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System ID
2119
Nationwide Mortgage Regulatory Actions
12
NMLS Collection Date
2018-01-23
CFPB Total Mortgage Complaints
17,409
CFPB Collection Date
2018-01-23

Company Profile

Full Name
Mr. Cooper FHA Loans
Company Website
Headquarters
8950 Cypress Waters Boulevard, Coppell, TX, 75019

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9 Customer Comments & Reviews

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familysuccess378
9/25/2021
Our family home burned down and escrow paid Nation Star (Mr. Cooper) in full. Mr. Cooper stole the entire insurance check and they stole the land that the house was on and sold it (from two elderly black people) including a triple-purple heart Vietnam Vet. This company is full of certified vultures who take from the innocent in order to pad their pockets... Nothing short of pathetic!! Working with an attorney to take these low-life vultures to court!


melissa1975tb
12/29/2020
Mr cooper purchased my mortgage and every since it has been a nightmare. They did not pay my hazard insurance on 3 occasions until my insurance dropped me. When I called my insurance company they refused to do business with mr cooper regardless of what I did. They stated this was not the only time they have had this same issue with mr Cooper. I had to get insurance at a different company with a higher premium. Now to current day.. I kept getting letters from mr cooper how was already serving my mortgage... wanting me to refinance at a new lower rate. Let’s just say after 12 weeks my only goal is to move my mortgage to another company. Save yourself the headache. Do not do business... Read More


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Joel
8/9/2020
Mr. Cooper is the worst company that ever existed. Horrible customer service. They screw you over and then blame you for it. They lost my payment and even after showing them the tracking information and their signature when they received it, they still refused to do anything to fix it. I have a loss of $196.06 out of pocket just to fix their screw up. Not so much as an apology. I will not rest until they fix this.


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Betty
3/28/2020
i was with nationstar and now mr. cooper. always have had a good experience and always paid promptly. in dec 2019, my bank changed and i couldn't get info changed on mr cooper website. i called and got a very helpful young man. he asked me if i ever thought about refinance since my interest rate was 5.5%. he said he could bring it down at least half per cent since i had never been late and been a long standing customer. i said ok, give me some figures. he came back with a 4.125% rate and a mo pay $80 less than i am paying now. i discussed it with some friends and called him back and said, let's get started. he said we could have this wrapped up by the end of feb. so mr cooper... Read More


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myron k
10/3/2019
i changed my automatic payment from one account to another after they had already taken the money for the month and then they took it again in the same month resulting in overdrafts on my part. when i called, they said it was my fault, ha, ha. It is their responsibility to monitor the payments and NOT take two in one month - NOT MINE!


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Yolanda
7/28/2019
I was unemployed since 9/2018 but was able to maintain payments until 4/2019. I called them once or twice a month as a sign of good faith. I spoke with one representative early on and was told that by law I have at least 120 days before my loan goes into foreclosure. I continued to make calls letting them know that I was diligently searching for a job, but I was also told that I could not apply for a loan modification until I had proof of income. By the beginning of July 2019 I called because I wanted to make at least one payment as I had borrowed from family to get that. The rep would not accept it and said they would only accept two payments, and that I should call back when I have two... Read More


Gaagle P
2/15/2019
They purchased my loan and now they have ruined my credit score for paying on time or a couple days early because they have no clue what they are doing. I have autopay setup through my bank so my payments get to Mr Cooper usually prior to the 1st (due date). So they normally apply it correctly but somehow didn't realize a payment or two was for the next due date and instead apply it as additional principal and the report that I am late with my payments! Really? How dumb are you that you get a payment on the 29th or 30th and can't figure out "Oh this must be the payment due on the 1st"? There are GRADE SCHOOL kids that can do a better job! I checked my credit score and saw the... Read More


Shaun S
1/15/2019
If I could give 0 stars if could. My house was destroyed by the Camp Fire in California on Nov. 8. I received a check to payoff the loan and replacement cost from Farmers Ins (They were awesome) within 25 days of the fire. The check with my name and Mr Coopers name was received by the payoff dept on 12/14/18. At this time my check was send to the research dept. Which the name does not fit them as the did no research to find out why my check was in their hands. Research Dept took my check and filed it away. On 12/20/18 I called the Escalation Dept to confirm that account was paid off and my money was on the way and found out customer service failed to tell me I need a signed Mortgage... Read More


Jody G
1/14/2019
My home mortgage was purchased by Mr Cooper a few years back. I had a miscommunication on my home hazardous insurance for 2 months and they took out an insurance to cover that period and have never cancelled as I have my own I am paying on. I have contacted them at least 6 times and I'm on hold for around 30 minutes each time and have been told it will be taken care of and yet I am continuing to get interest and late fees charged and showing I am late on payments. This was in April 2018 still dealing with this!! I continue to make my same monthly payments on time...I'm sure they are turning in late notices on my credit report as well. Mailed them a letter 30 days ago and no response... Read More



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