Foreign Bank Statement Translation for a U.S. Mortgage: How Much to Translate, Screenshots, and Underwriter Requirements
Using a non-English bank statement for a U.S. mortgage is usually an underwriting usability issue, not just a translation issue. This guide explains how much of a foreign bank statement should be translated, when screenshots are risky, whether notarization is usually required, what underwriters actually need to see, and how to avoid preventable delays when proving assets, reserves, or source of funds.