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“My husband and I had a couple of late payments, inaccurate late payments in our report. We were trying to get a house and it was really difficult. It was really stressful. We were really worried about our future. We were worried about him finishing school. We were worried about not being able to get a house. It’s sad and it was very, very stressful.
CNN Video provides a video located here for consumers looking to maximize their credit score before applying for a mortgage. According to CNN, in today’s credit environment, a credit score of 750 is likely required to ensure you get the best rates and terms on your home loan.
According to the video, there are a few steps you should take to improve your credit score. Before applying for a mortgage loan, make sure to settle collections accounts, pay off high credit card balances, and avoid opening new lines of credit. In addition, do not close old credit cards even if you are no longer using them because the show a history of credit use which is an important component of a high credit score.
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