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By: EconomyWatch Content   Date: 28 December 2009

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Getting a home loan can be a Herculean task if you have bad credit. You may be able to get a bad credit loan from predatory lenders; however these loans are very risky. This is because of the astronomical penalties and fees associated with these loans. Also, opting for a subprime mortgage may end up in foreclosure. Homebuyers with poor credit can obtain a home loan in less than three years of a foreclosure and less than two years after a bankruptcy.

Home Credit Loan: Tips to Get a Home Loan with Bad Credit

Here are some tips to find a home loan if you suffer bad credit:

 

  • The foremost task is to get a copy of your credit report from any of the three credit reporting agencies i.e. TransUnion, Experian or Equifax. In the United States, every citizen can get a free copy of his credit report under a provision set by the federal government. If your credit rating is below 620, you are in a bad position while seeking a home loan.

  • Start clearing your outstanding debts by paying off your credit card and other bills. The lower your debts, the higher your chances of getting a mortgage loan at good interest rate. Collect all payment receipts and show them to the credit reporting agencies to increase your credit score.

  • After you have improved your credit rating to a level acceptable by lenders, create a budget. This will enable you to analyze how much you can afford towards monthly mortgage payment.

  • One of the best ways to get favorable terms on home loan is to make a large down payment. Hence, collect money from all the possible sources; it will also lower your monthly payments.

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  • You can request your spouse or a friend to act as a co-signer on your behalf. He can sign the loan agreement for you and take the responsibility of paying off the loan on your behalf in case you fail to do so. It is important that your co-signer has a good credit rating to help you get lucrative interest rate.

  • There are a number of government loan options intended to boost the economy and help the poor. You can also find loans with special privileges for veterans or agriculturists. One such option is an FHA loan that requires only 0% to 3% down payment.

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