What Information Does a Financial Institution Require? Listed below are the items any financial institution will require in order for you to obtain mortgage financing. Applicant(s) to Provide Social Insurance Number Date of Birth Details on any loans or debts (Institution Name/Car Loans/Credit Cards, etc) Verification of Down payment (Copies of Passbooks, GIC’s, RRSP, etc) Application/Appraisal Fee(s) Proof of Fire Insurance (Lawyer verifies on closing) Verification of Employment (Letter from employer identifying position, gross income, & years of service AND if self employed, 3 years financial statements & tax returns) and if applicable... Gift Letter Verification of Bankruptcy Discharge Copy of Divorce/Separation Agreement Real Estate Agent to Provide Copy of Offer to Purchase Copy of Property Listing (Floor Plan if Purchasing a New Home) Copy of Survey Rural Properties- Copy of Well & Septic Certificates