Think You Need Perfect Credit to Buy a Home? Think Again!


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If you’ve been waiting to buy a home because you think your credit score isn’t “good enough,” this might surprise you…

Many buyers assume they need a 700, 750, or even 800 credit score before they can even talk to a lender. But that’s not always the case.

I recently worked with a buyer whose credit score was around 620. She believed she had to wait another year before even considering homeownership. Instead of guessing, we connected her with a trusted lender to review her full financial picture — and she was approved to buy a home!

Here’s what many buyers don’t realize:

• Some loan programs may allow credit scores as low as 580+ (depending on the situation)
• Lenders typically review three credit scores and often use the middle score
• Your credit score is only one part of the approval process
• Income, employment history, debt-to-income ratio, and savings also play a big role

Even small improvements can make a difference when preparing to buy:

✔ Paying down credit card balances
✔ Keeping credit utilization below about 30%
✔ Making all payments on time
✔ Avoiding opening new credit accounts right before applying

Every buyer’s situation is different, but you may be closer to homeownership than you think.

If you're curious about where you stand or want to explore your options, I’d love to connect you with a trusted lender and help guide you through the process.

Call or text me anytime — let’s see what’s possible!

Nakia Warner 📲 (404) 834-8533

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