Not knowing what your credit report says about your finances may cost you more when trying to obtain a mortgage. Even those who pay everything on time might have an unaddressed credit issue that is hurting their credit! It is possible for incorrect information to be reported on your credit report, and it is important to identify any issues and correct them before you apply for a mortgage.
What does your credit say about you?
What makes up your credit report?
Your credit score is a numerical representation of your trustworthiness in paying back debt. Each bureau will present you with a credit score based on the data they have.
What is reported?
A few of the items reported on your credit may include:
- Credit Cards
- Department store cards
- Gas cards
- Bank cards
- Airline cards
- Installment Loans
- Mortgage loans
- Auto loans
- Student loans
- Utilities
- Rent (sometimes)
- Collections or judgements
- Bankruptcies
What does your credit history look like?
Credit history is a record of the health of each reporting credit line. Your credit score is created from the list below.
Adriana Bates
Owner // NMLS #440092
Adriana Bates works with her clients during the loan process as a confidant, educator, and adviser. Adriana not only identifies their financial situation but also strives to understand her client’s priorities during this process. She believes in the value of making educated decisions and wants to provide her clients with enough knowledge so they are empowered to do so. Adriana also serves to advise them throughout the process on what to expect from Clear Mortgage LLC LLC, and what their role entails, in order to make the process as smooth as possible. Adriana is involved in the initial education/consultation, discussing her client’s options, talking with them during the process, and then ensuring everyone gets to the closing table.