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What Credit Score Do I Need to Buy a Home?

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There is no single credit score that works for every mortgage. The loan program, lender, and the rest of your financial profile affect the decision. Ask a lender to review your actual situation.

Understand the lender’s review

Credit is one part of the application alongside income, debts, assets, and the property. A consumer score you see in an app may differ from the score used for a mortgage.

Prepare before you apply

Review your credit reports for errors and keep payments current. Ask the lender before taking on new debt or making account changes during the mortgage process.

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