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Mortgage Preparation Tips
Mortgage & refinancing preparation made simple

Buying a home is probably the single largest investment
most people make in a lifetime. By preparing yourself
and your credit before a home purchase or refinance,
you can ensure a smooth finance process and can
potentially save thousands on your loan. Improve your
financial profile now so you can take advantage of the
low interest rates before they disappear.

Start by checking your credit
  • To get the best possible mortgage rate, make sure
    your credit history is healthy and accurate. Aim to
    raise your credit score above 650 in order to qualify
    for most prime loans.

  • If your credit score is not quite 650, focus your
    efforts on paying bills on time, reducing your debt
    balances, avoiding new inquiries and clearing negative
    inaccuracies from your credit report.

  • Make sure the information on your report is correct
    and fix any problems you discover. Give yourself 30-90
    days for correcting inaccuracies. You can learn more
    about the dispute process online in the Credit Learning
    Center.


  • Found an error while reviewing yourcredit with the
    lender? Ask about the "rapid rescoring" process where
    you can submit a dispute and potentially improve your
    credit in 72 hours.

Figure out how much you can afford
  • The rule of thumb is that most borrowers can afford a
    home that runs about two-and-one-half times their
    annual salary.

  • Calculate your loan-to-value ratio to see how much you
    can afford to borrow by dividing the loan amount by the
    property's value. If your loan-to-value ratio is above 80
    percent your rates may increase significantly. Find a less
    expensive home or save up for a down payment to lower
    this percentage.

  • Calculate your debt-to-income ratio by adding up your
    monthly debts and dividing by your monthly income. A
    debt-to-income ratio under 20-39 percent is usually
    considered good and will help you be perceived as
    financially stable.

  • Don't be afraid to start small. Just because you may
    qualify for a large loan doesn't mean that it is a smart
    financial decision to buy as large a home as possible.
    Take a careful look at your family budget and your housing
    needs before you decide how much you can really afford.

Be a smart borrower this summer and save thousands by
preparing your credit before you apply for a loan.Click here
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