Written by Tweet Whether you are considering refinancing your existing mortgage or you are buying a home, it is a good idea to find out what your credit score is because that can have quite an impact on the rates you will be offered. Low credit score: High rate When a loan is being underwritten, lenders focus [...]
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5 Ways Your Credit Score Affects Everyday Life
Tweet When a credit score is severely damaged by unemployment, overspending or a catastrophic event, the effects can be numerous. Debtors find themselves with higher insurance rates, rougher job searches and poor housing options. These factors can make it more difficult to get finances under control, as a poor credit score can also cause various [...]
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Tweet With interest rates at historic lows, many homeowners are taking this opportunity to refinance their existing mortgages. Some are simply extending the term of their current fixed rate mortgage, others are migrating from an adjustable rate mortgage to a fixed rate mortgage and still others are looking to extract equity from their homes through [...]
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Tweet How do lenders determine who is approved for a credit card, mortgage, or car loan? Why are some individuals flooded with credit card offers while others get turned down routinely? Because creditors keep their evaluation standards secret, it is difficult to know just how to improve your credit rating. It is important, however, to [...]
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