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Updated 10/26/2022

About Fifth Third Bank Mortgages

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Fifth Third Bank (NMLS# 403245) is a regional financial services company offering traditional and specialized mortgages. Its products, available in 30 states, include purchase loans, refinance loans, home equity lines of credit and home equity loans. To get started with Fifth Third, you fill out an online contact form, and a loan specialist reaches out to answer questions and go over rates, loan types, pre-qualification and the application process.

Pros

  • Attempts to service most of its loans
  • HELOCs and home equity loans available
  • Offers specialty loans (physician, construction)
  • Branches in select states

Cons

  • Not available in all states
  • No rates published online

Bottom Line

Fifth Third Bank has many types of home loans for purchasing and refinancing, including conventional and government-backed. It’s available in 30 states. To get started, you can call or fill out an online form, and a loan specialist will contact you to go over rates, loan options and the application, and they answer your questions.

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I have had mortgages and loans with Fifth Third, along with several other accounts. Service has been great. Have never encountered a negative person. They are always ready to help...

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Rates

Fifth Third Bank doesn’t post information about current mortgage rates on its site. To find out what rates you would pay as a borrower, you need to speak to a Fifth Third loan specialist; you can call or go online to fill out a contact form, schedule a phone call or schedule an in-person appointment at a branch.

Fifth Third Bank offers both fixed- and adjustable-rate mortgages. While many people prefer the predictability of a fixed-rate mortgage, an adjustable-rate mortgage, which comes with a low introductory rate for a period of time, may appeal to homebuyers who want lower monthly payments for now or who plan to sell or refinance before the initial fixed-rate period ends.

From 2019 to 2021, Fifth Third’s average home purchase rate was very close to the national average.

Fifth Third Bank average home purchase rate vs. national average

YearDifference from national average
2021-0.06%
2020+0.12%
2019+0.01%

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

Application process

To get a mortgage with Fifth Third Bank, you can start by filling out a short form online. It asks for basic information, such as whether you are looking to purchase or refinance, your desired loan amount and the property location. After submitting the form, a loan specialist will get in touch. Alternatively, you can call a loan specialist directly, schedule a call or schedule an in-person visit to a Fifth Third branch.

The loan specialist provides current rates and describes the different types of loans. You can then decide to get pre-qualified or apply for your loan.

Once you are approved for a loan from Fifth Third, you can lock in your interest rate. The processing time for each loan varies based on the type of the loan; the loan originator provides a timeline for you to plan from applying through closing. Fifth Third says that it intends to service most of its loans, but it may sell your loan to a third party.

Fifth Third Bank application features

FeaturesAvailability
Online application
Mobile document upload
Physical branches11 states
Publishes minimum rate on websiteX
Rate lock60 days
Pre-qualification (no hard credit pull)
Certified approval letter

Loan types

Fifth Third Bank has a wide selection of home loan types for both purchasing a home and refinancing a home loan. These include:

  • Fixed- and adjustable-rate conventional loans
  • FHA loans
  • VA loans
  • Jumbo loans
  • USDA loans
  • Construction loans (for building a home)
  • Physician loans (for physicians, dentists, vets and optometrists)
  • Community mortgage loans (for lower-income borrowers)
  • Home Possible and HomeReady loans (for lower-income borrowers)

Out of more than 56,000 applications, Fifth Third Bank customers have closed on over 39,000 home purchase loans since 2019, according to Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data.

Loan applications for home purchases only by year

202120202019
Home purchase applications17,454 18,243 20,932
Home purchase loans closed193,308 133,642 144,852
Home purchase applications denied11,528 12,685 15,198
Home purchase preapprovals denied957 856 1,686

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

Refinancing

While rates were lower than ever in 2020 and 2021, refinancing was desirable among homeowners. Many people refinanced to get a loan with a lower rate, lowering the cost of borrowing. As rates increase from these record lows, the popularity of refinance loans is expected to decrease.

Home purchase vs. refinance loans by year

202120202019
Home purchase loans17.82% 22.97% 28.16%
Refinance loans55.47% 49.78% 34.27%
Cash-out refinance13.78% 9.85% 7.97%

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

HELOC and home equity loans

Fifth Third Bank offers both home equity lines of credit and home equity loans. Its HELOC plan is called Flexline. Flexline is a revolving line of credit with no closing costs and funds available via check, online, in person or at an ATM.

You can also use the Flexline Mastercard. Line amounts are from $10,000 to $500,000 and have a term of 30 years, with a 10-year draw period. Flexline also allows you to lock in a fixed rate on all or part of your balance for a $95 fee.

Home equity loans are also available with fixed rates and terms, fixed monthly payments and no closing costs.

Requirements

Fifth Third Bank only publishes basic mortgage requirements and recommends speaking with a loan specialist for specific information.

The basic requirements for a Fifth Third Bank mortgage are:

  • A credit score of 620 or higher (for a conventional loan)
  • Proof of steady employment
  • Proof of steady income
  • A good debt-to-income ratio

When you speak with a specialist, they can help you determine which loan type is best for you and how much house you can afford based on your needs and financial profile.

National mortgage requirements by type

Cost and fees

Fifth Third Bank doesn’t list many details about costs and fees associated with its mortgage loans. At the time of your application, you can lock in your rate until a specified expiration date.

As for closing costs, Fifth Third says average closing costs range from 2% to 5% of the purchase price of the home. These costs are based on factors like the type of loan, the down payment amount, the purchase contract you negotiate with the seller and the state where the property is located. Closing costs fall into three categories:

  • Lender charges (e.g., application fee, origination fee, attorney fees, discount points, broker fee)
  • Property-related fees (e.g., appraisal fee, inspections)
  • Prepaid costs (e.g., prepaid interest, property taxes, homeowners insurance)

FAQ

How does Fifth Third Bank work?

The mortgage process with Fifth Third Bank starts with a call or in-person meeting with a loan specialist. This person goes over your qualifications and loan options. You can then seek pre-qualification or go straight to the application process. You lock in your rate with Fifth Third at the time you apply. Once you close on your loan, Fifth Third may sell it to a different servicer.

Is Fifth Third Bank legit?

Fifth Third Bank is a legitimate bank and mortgage lender. As of mid-2022, the company had 1,080 full-service branches and over $200 billion in assets.

Where is Fifth Third Bank available?

Fifth Third Bank mortgage products are available in 30 states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and West Virginia. Not all products are available in all states.

Eleven states have full-service branches: Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee and West Virginia.

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Brant of Laramie, WY Verified Reviewer

Original review: Oct. 26, 2022

Worst bank I have ever dealt with! Phone tree that keeps you on hold for 30-60 minutes before telling you the call center is closed and to call back later, representatives that pick up and have no idea why you are calling despite having to repeatedly entire information in the phone tree, unhelpful and borderline rude customers, 6(!) business days to respond to an email. Ultimately, my mortgage loan was sold to them and I so wish I could have it sold again. Now I am trapped. Please! No one knowingly should do business with this company. Right now I am fighting to have them pay a property tax bill from my escrow account which I have paid every month.

Molly of Colorado Springs, CO Verified Reviewer

Original review: Oct. 26, 2022

Same experience as another reviewer: "Mortgage was transferred to this bank. Trying to set up an account online and autopay is a joke. Their service is terrible. Live in hope that my mortgage gets sold on to another company as soon as possible in order to get away from these clowns." I can't believe they don't have the capability for automatic mortgage payments if you're using a bank account not with 5/3rd Bank. They need to update their infrastructure and interface!

Josie R. of Atlanta, GA Verified Reviewer

Original review: Oct. 19, 2022

Just spent a little too long on the phone with Fifth Third after they locked access to my account. They said it was because my phone number was not verified, yet I have had this account for years. Spoke to woman on phone who was like: it will take two weeks to get you reverified. I was like: What? This is my account. You locked it. I did nothing wrong. She puts me on hold and then magically unlocks my account with a number of codes she sent me. Why does customer service feel like they need to make me pissed off before they decide to help me? Why is that? Why not help me when I first ask? Why do you have to wait for me to get upset before you decide to help me? Why? Why? Why?

Lauren of Montverde, FL Verified Reviewer

Original review: Sept. 16, 2022

Charging me a $20 late fee even though they fully acknowledged it was paid on time in full, but there was an issue on THEIR end that the payment went in on the 3rd instead of the 1st but refusing to refund or do anything. Literally having to get my bank to report it as fraud. I know it’s only $20 but if they’re doing it with $20 they’ll do it with $200…horrible customer service. In the process of finding a new lender. Avoid at ALL costs unless you want to get charged for their mess ups.

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What is the interest rate on a home equity line of credit at Fifth Third Bank?

Current rates across all markets range from Prime -0.53% (currently 5.72%) to Prime + 6.40% (currently 12.65%). The minimum APR will never go below 2.74% and the maximum APR will not exceed 25%.

Can you get line of credit from your home equity?

A home equity line of credit, also known as a HELOC, is a line of credit secured by your home that gives you a revolving credit line to use for large expenses or to consolidate higher-interest rate debt on other loans 1 such as credit cards.

What are the disadvantages of a home equity line of credit?

Variable interest rates could increase in the future..
There may be minimum withdrawal requirements..
There is a set draw period..
Possible fees and closing costs..
You risk losing your house if you default..
The application process for a HELOC is longer and more complicated than that of a personal loan or credit card..

What is the payment on a 50000 home equity loan?

Loan payment example: on a $50,000 loan for 120 months at 8.00% interest rate, monthly payments would be $606.64.