How bad is one negative point on your credit report when applying for a home loan?
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Jennifer H asked:
Unfortunately we co-signed a loan with my brother in law for his car, and he missed a payment (31 days) and the finance company reported it on my husbands credit. How bad does this look to potential lenders (mortgage). We already have a house, but are looking to move within the next few years. Anyone out there with lending experience from the home mortgage industry that can add some insight?
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Unfortunately we co-signed a loan with my brother in law for his car, and he missed a payment (31 days) and the finance company reported it on my husbands credit. How bad does this look to potential lenders (mortgage). We already have a house, but are looking to move within the next few years. Anyone out there with lending experience from the home mortgage industry that can add some insight?
Please no solicitors
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February 28th, 2009 at 10:43 am
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It wouldn’t have been significant before the crash. since the crash, every little thing is scrutinized. Chance are, you’ll be okay; only you won’t know until the process starts and gets reviewed.
March 1st, 2009 at 6:40 am
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Don’t worry about it.
While the late will show for 7-years only the last 24-months worth of payment history actually shows on your report so while they will know that the account was 1 x 30 days late they will not know when the late was made.
The last 24-months of payment history is the most important.
Just make sure your brother in law doe’s not mess up again and you should be fine.
March 3rd, 2009 at 8:33 am
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If that’s the only issue you should be fine.
The only issue is your debt to income ratio. You have to take into account the obligation of the car. That will hurt you more then the 31 days late.
March 5th, 2009 at 6:54 pm
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I agree with every one else if this is the only thing you have to worry about, your fine.
March 8th, 2009 at 1:26 pm
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When applying for a home loan your credit report will be reviewed and you may be required to provide a number of other details, including: Employment and income records, Tax Returns for the last few years List of assets, List of liabilities and what you owe, Your budget showing monthly living expenses so that you can demonstrate an ability to pay.
With this information you and your lender will be able to determine the kind of home loan and size of the right mortgage for you. In some cases, you can obtain a pre-approval or pre-qualified certificate, which shows how much you can borrow so that you can then shop for homes in an appropriate price range.
March 10th, 2009 at 12:52 am
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