When applying for a mortgage loan, your credit will be one of the key factors in whether you’re approved, and it will help determine your interest rate and possibly the loan terms. A good credit tip is to check your credit before you begin the homebuying experience.

Before you dispute any errors or negative factors that could be dragging down your credit score, speak with your Vellum Loan Officer. We can provide professional insights on where you currently stand and what can be done to put you in the best position possible to buy a home.

To keep your score from dipping after you apply for a mortgage, avoid opening any new credit accounts, like a credit card or auto loan, until your home loan closes.

Do:

1. Contact us before you do anything
2. Pay all your bills on time
3. Keep your credit line below 30% of their maximums
4. Keep an eye on your credit history

Don’t:

1. Make any late payments
2. Apply for any new credit
3. Avoid making major purchases
4. Overutilize credit
5. Close old accounts, it might actually lower your FICO score

You have the right to your credit report once per year from each of the three credit bureaus. Get your report from each one in different quarters of the year and make sure no one is using your credit when they shouldn’t be. Get a free copy of your credit report from annualcreditreport.com.

Together we can ensure everything is inline so you are in the best position to buy your new home. Contact us today to take your first step to homeownership!