Lenders rely on credit reports as part of the process to qualify you for a loan. Negative information on a credit report or a low credit score could suggest that you are less likely to pay back debt as agreed. The tips below will help you “clean up” your credit so that you can put your best foot forward when applying for a loan.
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One of the first steps to true independence is developing a strong sense of financial responsibility. The moment you start earning any money at all is the ideal moment to learn about money management, budgeting, and the importance of good credit. Whether you are exploring financial independence for the first time, or looking to re-build after a few credit mistakes, here are some options for getting on a path to a solid credit history.
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As former Fed Chairman, Ben Bernanke, recently found out firsthand, the mortgage process can be complicated and unforgiving. But when it comes to the credit report, are there still options to correct and improve initial findings so the end result might be loan approval or a better interest rate? Absolutely. One of the ways we accomplish this re-evaluation of the credit score is through a process known as a rapid rescore.
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Here’s something we hear frequently from our prospective jumbo mortgage clients: “I have an 800 FICO so I know I’ll qualify.”
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