Tip! Mortgage rate is not the only important thing to compare. Also be sure to note the term, or length, of the mortgage as well as other conditions. While mortgage rate is very important, other things may outweigh it in the end. By asking lots of questions, you can be sure to compare lenders in the best way possible to get a fair mortgage rate.
If you want to increase your chances of qualifying for a mortgage after bankruptcy, here are some steps you can take:
First, if you plan to apply for a mortgage after bankruptcy, you will want to have any inaccurate or obsolete negative information on your credit reports corrected or removed. This can help increase your credit score.
Also, you will want to establish some new accounts, and pay them in a timely manner over time. If you’ve paid the accounts on time for about 18-24 months since your bankruptcy, this should help rebuild your credit - which can be a plus when applying for a mortgage after bankruptcy.
Next, you will want to work with an experienced mortgage broker. Why? Because buying a home is probably going to be one of the biggest investments you’ll make. You will want to have an experienced professional guiding you through the lending process - especially when it comes to applying for a mortgage after bankruptcy.
A mortgage broker typically has access to dozens of lenders and will probably have a good idea of which ones will (and will not) approve you for a mortgage after bankruptcy. In addition, they will be able to tell you what to expect in terms of the financing process.
So how do you find a mortgage broker? One way is to to ask friends or real estate agents for a referral. Once you have a few names, set up an appointment to interview each mortgage broker.
Among other questions, you will want to know if they have successfully been able to get other individuals a mortgage after bankruptcy. You also want to make sure they are licensed.
Another question you will want to ask is what type mortgage loan (A, B, C, or D) the mortgage broker thinks you can qualify for. Why? The lower the grade of the loan, the higher the interest rate. This is an important consideration when applying for a mortgage after bankruptcy.
In addition, there are other important questions you will want to ask a potential mortgage brokers - ones that could help you save money and/or increase your chances of qualifying for a mortgage after bankruptcy. While there isn’t enough room to cover them here, I go into detail on them in After Bankruptcy Credit Solutions.
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