A gift letter for a mortgage shows your lender that you don't need to repay gift money toward your down payment. The letter must explain who is gifting the money, where the donor's funds are coming from and the relationship between the donor and the recipient.Pin down the specifics of the property in question. Clearly state the property's address, ensuring there's no ambiguity about where the gift funds are intended. Complete the gift letter to make sure everyone is on the same. LMCU will provide a form that the donor will need to complete and sign. Documentation: A gift letter is required, stating the amount of the gift, the relationship to the borrower, and that no repayment is expected. You can use gifted funds to make a down payment, but your mortgage lender will want to know some details before they allow you to use it. The purpose of a gift letter is simply so the lender can ensure you won't have to repay the money you've received for the down payment. I am providing (borrower's name), my (relationship), with a gift of (amount of the gift) toward the purchase of their home.