Archive for the ‘Renting & Real Estate’ Category

Does getting a mortgage help your credit?

dpljr133 asked: I have worked on fixing some minor credit issues i have everything cleaned up i just got a mortgage on a house and i will pay it on time of course i got 6.5 percent how long does it take before it helps my credit score??Bernice

Does anyone know a lender who will do a 90% purchase with a 588 middle score on fixed income?

Patrick F asked: I also have a borrower with a similar situation, but her credit score is 609. That’s her only score. Please let me know. Thanks.Juan

What do landlords or managers look for in a credit report?

Christine asked: I currently own a condo and want to rent it because I am moving to Hartford fairly soon. The market is horrible right now to try and sell! I plan to rent a place in CT. Most of the ads I see request a credit check. My credit isn’t horrible but not good [...]

Can I buy a house with a credit score of around 505?

HailieBabie asked: I have recently been fixing my credit and I am still in the process. My fiance and I want to buy his parents house for about 140,000ish…give or take a little. I make about 28-29000 a year and have been at my job for almost 3 yrs….he however doesnt have that stability and [...]