We all have heard of the American Dream. For most of us, a big part of the American Dream is owning your own home.
While there are several options for getting a mortgage with bad credit, there are compromises you’ll likely have to make. In short, the consequences of buying a new house on bad credit is paying more for your Dream.
Your credit is one of the most important factors that lenders consider during the mortgage application process. Your credit is a decision-making tool for lenders. So, while you can possibly get a home loan with a low credit score you will be looking at paying a high down payment and higher interest rates costing you thousands of dollars more in the long run.
The average mortgage term is 30-years. Lets look at the following example;
A mortgage on a $150,000 home for 30-years.
Good credit:
Interest Rate: 4%
Monthly payment: $716
Total amount paid after 30 year: $257,760
VS
Bad Credit:
Interest Rate: 10%
Monthly payment: $1,316
Total amount paid after 30 year: $473,760
Difference of Good Credit -VS- Bad Credit: $216,000.
The Cost of purchasing this home with bad credit is $216,000 EXTRA!!!
Remember to keep in mind that your credit score is not the only factor for a mortgage lender consider. Income, down payment, employment history savings, and the amount of debt are also important and very crucial factors to consider .
By far the best advised we can offer? Seek professional help!! Before you apply for a mortgage, avoid any surprises and ask our pros for help!
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