The higher standards could frustrate buyers hoping to take advantage of low interest rates, depressed home prices and generous tax breaks that were recently extended until next spring. Even buyers who qualify for a mortgage may find that they're ineligible for the best rates because lenders have tightened their standards across the board, says Gerri Detweiler, credit adviser for Credit.com .
If you've already found a home you'd like to buy, there's not much you can do to raise your score before you apply for a loan. But if you're just starting to tour open houses, there are steps you can take to improve your credit profile, including:
•Review your credit reports for errors. Go to AnnualCreditReport.com and order your credit reports from the three main credit-reporting bureaus: Experian , TransUnion and Equifax . You're entitled to a free credit report once a year from all three of the bureaus, but only if you go through this website.
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How many times can you ask for a mortgage quote?
Oct 13, 2006 by lankhai2006 | Posted in Renting & Real Estate
As I understand, normally before you shop around for the properties, you have to get a Mortgage Agreement in Principle. You'll bring this to the house agents and the buying procedures can begin.
However, a friend of mine said that I should be careful. Apparently, you should only get a morgage quote from ONE lender only. The more you go to different lenders, the worse your credit score will be. Is it true?
After I hear about this, I have been hesitant to go to a lender, because I think I need time to search for the best deals available.
I don't think this is true. You can get as many quotes as you like.
I would recommend you use the advice of an IFA (independant financial advisor)
You can find an IFA in the yellow pages or http://www.yell.com
Their advice is usually free and can arrange your mortgage & insurances for free.
IFA's make their money on a commision basis upon the products that they sell to you.
Ask other people that you know to see if they can recommend and IFA that they have used.
Frostbite | Oct 13, 2006
As often as you like
mar | Oct 13, 2006
The more that companies have to credit check you it does make you credit score go down.I was advised of this by a mortgage broker.
lemmysbabe | Oct 13, 2006
Just getting quotes will not affect your credit rating at all. There is something called a 'footprint' put onto your credit file everytime a full search is done. Lenders can only carry out a full search if you carry on with a full application with them. This rule changed in the past few years so go ahead with your quotes without worrying!!.
ladyfarquaard | Oct 13, 2006
You can ask for a quote as many times as you like. the quote is only what the morgage firm says what amount they will be prepared to lend you. Only if you sign up to a morgage agreement will it affect you.
hakuna matata | Oct 13, 2006
yes and no its true!
you can go to mortgage companies and see how much they would lend you off your wage as many times and as many companies as you like, but everytime you allow them to do the full credit check on you it leaves a mark on your credit history. So if you went to ten places and got a credit check at each one you would have ten marks on you credit history, and all this wud do to say the 11th company u went to is say to them no we wont lend this person money. It wont say why just the fact you got a lot of marks on you credit. They wont know that you havent taken out all the mortgages or loans etc you were checked out for and even if you told them it wouldnt be enough for them to lend you the money. However you can get these marks taken off your credit history, but it will cost you money and possibly take somtime. My advice wud be to go and ask howmuch you can lend but not allow them to do a credit check until you are ready and happey with there offer. I have been to see about a mortgage to many places and i found Nationwide the most helpful as what im telling you now they explained to me. Yous ee every time you go for a loan, credit card, etc wethere you take it out or not it leaves a mark on your credit history and if you get too many marks in a short period of time it gives u bad credit ratings.
If you wanna know more then ask a mortgage lender or i can possibly ekplain it better if you wanna contact me!
alison_aka-hello2000 | Oct 13, 2006
In essence yes. Each time someone accesses the credit bureau on your behalf there is a record. When lending institutions check your credit they see these and count it against you. You should seek out at least 3 lenders, pick the one that has the programs to suit your needs and have them due a full credit check, and give you a Pre-qualifying letter. In today's world, most sellers will require a formal letter from your lender before they will consider your offer. It's show you can afford to buy. Oh and by the way, working with a Realtor will save you ton's of time and money in the long run. Find your Realtor first, they can help you find the right lender and property.
DJ B | Oct 13, 2006
You can obtain quotes from lenders but once you apply for a n agreement in principle the lenders will have normaly done a credit search and to many credit searches can effect your credit score. You are better off talking to an independent mortgage adviser who would go through everything with you and advise which is the best deal and lender for you. You do not have to get an agreement in principle to put offers on a house. If you did that and then it took 4 months to find a house it would have to ben done again and couold then be refused. Drop me an email and I can recommend someone who I trust with giving my family advice
fargo | Oct 13, 2006
don,t listen 2 other. think positive and go forward..........
read the documents carefully and always use a magnifing glass to check it .always read the small messsage at the bottom of the forms...
take u time no rush ....its a appartment not a happy meal........
sume | Oct 13, 2006
IT IS BEST TO GET PRE-APPROVED BY A MORTGAGE BROKER..THEY HAVE ACCESS TO MANY COMPANIES AND CAN GIVE YOU THE BEST PRICE...THIS IS ALL THE FIXED PRICES SO YOU WILL KNOW APPROXIMATELY HOW MUCH MONEY YOU WILL NEED TO BRING TO THE TABLE AND HOW MUCH YOU CAN AFFORD ACCORDING TO YOUR INCOME AND EXPENSES....YOU CAN GET AS MANY QUOTES AS YOU LIKE, BUT IF THEY RUN YOUR CREDIT IT WILL BRING DOWN YOUR SCORE....IT IS BEST TO TALK TO PEOPLE WHO HAVE PURCHASED OR REFINACED THEIR HOME AND SEE WHO THEY USED AND IF THEY WERE SATISFIED WITH THEM....ALSO, COST CAN VERY GREATLY SO ASK WHAT THEIR FIXED COSTS ARE....ITS A GOOD INDICATOR ON IF THEY ARE FAIR OR NOT.
madcutter213 | Oct 13, 2006
Most lenders require a full credit report in order to even quote an accurate rate. Credit scores do allow for some comparison shopping but this can be misunderstood.
If a borrower has other inquiries (credit cards, cars, etc) in addition to mortgage inquiries the score can be affected adversely (how much is never quite clear).
2 different mortgage inquiries will usually not affect the score as the bureaus understand that comparison shopping is wise. However, multiple inquiries that result in NO MORTGAGE has an adverse affect. It appears you were declined.
If possible, use a referral from someone you respect. That cuts down the field quite a bit. If there is nobody that fits the bill you are still better off trying to find 1 guy that seems to make sense and authorize only that 1 guy to check the credit, and remember this...A good mortgage broker will be able to clearly explain all fees on a GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE and should have access to enough lending products to find the right loan for you. They can shop the application to multiple banks on 1 credit report.
gtofinancial.tomvoli | Oct 13, 2006
You can ask as many lenders as you want for a quote. You just need to make it clear that its a quote you're after - and not an application/decision. A quote only tells you how much a particular mortgage will cost - it doesn't constitute an offer. In fact, most lenders have mortgage calculators on their site and since you don't input any personal information - theres no way they can make an application.
What your friend was referring to was making an application. If you get a quote you like, then you will make an application for a decision in principle. This involves making a check on your credit history. When someone makes a check on your credit history, the search itself is recorded. If you make too many applications during a short period of time, it looks like you are desperate or may raise suspicions that something fraudulent is taking place.
nemesis | Oct 13, 2006
Yes it is true what your friend says, therefore i would do your homework or go to a mortgage adviser rather than a bank as they are able to find the best deal on the whole market whereas banks will only ofer you their mortgages!!!!!! Good Luck xx
Very Sexy Vixen | Oct 13, 2006
Does it affect your credit rating if you get a mortgage quote from a few different lenders?
Jan 20, 2009 by kakeydec | Posted in Credit
Does it affect it negatively?
Well for the correct answer (as backed up by reference), according to FICO, scores distinguish between a search for a single loan and a search for many new credit lines, in part by the length of time over which inquiries occur. When you need an auto or home loan, you can avoid lowering your FICO score by doing your rate shopping within a short period of time, such as 14 days.
Hope this answers your question.
Sgt Big Red | Jan 20, 2009
if you are having yoru credit report pulled everytime which you likely are, it does affect your score. ask the lender if they can quote you without checking your credit.
dizondr | Jan 20, 2009
Not really, I mean it does show but I just purchased a new home 3 months ago and as long as they are bunched together they will see it was for trying to get a couple quotes so it OK.
B | Jan 20, 2009
Banks have to pull your credit in order to approve you for a loan, the good thing is that you can get a quote for as many lenders as you may want. (it just counts as one inquiry)
Make sure you are ready to buy or that your credit is good enough to buy a house, because the inquiries will stay for up to two years on your credit report.
Fernando G | Jan 20, 2009
If you do it within a 3 week window all the inquiries are lumped as one.
Inquiries only affect 10% of your rating, Since those ratings are lumped together it only affects a tiny part of that 10%.
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Judy | Jan 20, 2009
not if it's within 3 days. good luck!
Dana R | Jan 20, 2009
By what criteria should consumers evaluate a mortgage quote?
Jul 12, 2007 by Frank Rizzo | Posted in Renting & Real Estate
Besides rate and pre-payment penalty, is there a checklist consumers can use when evaluating quotes from banks/brokers?
One of the most important things to remember when trying to "comparison shop" banks and brokers alike is that the Good Faith Estimate is not worth the paper it's printed on. By law. In fact while the Truth in Lending statement you will receive from lenders must pass certain legal tests to remain within a range of variance by closing, most states have no test at all to determine how much a Good Faith Estimate can differ from the final loan.
For this reason, Good Faith Estimates and other "mortgage quotes" can be manipulated substantially during the initial disclosure phase of a loan inquiry or application to make it seem like the loan you are getting will be much better than the competition, only to find out at closing the "things changed" more than a little bit.
Don't be baited and switched, and don't focus on rates, fees, or anything else that people are conditioned to shop around for. Instead, select a broker or lender based on the confidence you have in your relationship with them. All the best brokers have access to similar if not the same mortgage programs, so work with one who can lay out your options and shop your loan to all of the best investors in the country.
Focus your energy on finding the loan which best suits your purposes and your true personal financial situation, not the "common wisdom" or the heavily marketed "mainstream" programs. Doing that is buying clothes off the rack, when you could easily have things custom tailored for a perfect fit.
Good Luck!
Private Client Group | Jul 12, 2007
lowest payment on a fixed term. other than that, contingencies.
bullet b | Jul 12, 2007
Got a mortgage refinance quote: Too good to be true?
Sep 19, 2006 by dr521 | Posted in Renting & Real Estate
A mortgage broker quoted me a refi of $235K with adjustable rate loan at 1.2%, and the monthly payment can increase by only $77 per year. Does this sound too good to be true?
Oh, it's probably true - but the catch is that it's only the nominal rate, and your payments are only calculated AS IF that were your rate. The real rate on this loan - the rate they are really charging you, by adding the difference to your balance, will be at least 7.25%.
This is a negative amortization loan. You might try running that term through the search engine of your choice, or if you don't want to sift through all of it, go to
For all kinds of good information on the problems with this type of loan.
Businessweek also (finally!) did an article on them here
http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/06_37/b4000001.htm?chan=top+news_top+news+index_top+story
But if you afford a real loan, they are available in the high 5 percent range. 30 year fixeds from about 5.875. And if you cannot afford a real loan, chances are pretty high that you either should not buy or should sell if you already have.
Searchlight Crusade | Sep 19, 2006
Yes - too good. Adjustable rate loans are EVIL! Don't be taken in by their ploy. Stick to a fixed-rate loan - you'll be happier in the long run.
natureutt78 | Sep 19, 2006
No that sounds right Keep in mind that most people will refinance in 3-5 years so that they can pull the equity out of the home. I would be asking about prepay penalties.
Barry G | Sep 19, 2006
Yes, it is too good to be true. Run the other way, quickly. This would be a "negative amortization" loan, meaning your loan balance would keep getting bigger and bigger even as you make payments. Sooner or later, you have to pay the piper. Somewhere in the fine print of this loan, that will be explained. But why should you spend your time squinting at the fine print on a deceptive loan? Just find a reputable broker who does not engage in these deceptive practices.
Jack D | Sep 19, 2006
Don't mess with ARM loans, not with rates the way they are. You will suffer in the end.
A Broker will tell you ANYTHING to get you to sign.
Donnacula | Sep 19, 2006
This is more than likely an option arm quote - request a copy of the good faith estimate and find out when the rate will adjust, also ask what the ceiling rate is?
clo9956 | Sep 19, 2006
Way too good to be true.
gizmo | Sep 19, 2006
if you need/want a low payment try interest only or a 40 year mortgage.
http://1stmdloans.com
ron d | Sep 19, 2006
Options ARMs are ideal for rich people who has enough money to pay off the loan anytime, but wants to use the introductory low interests rate to delaying paying off the property.
While the loan is delayed to be paid off, he or she can use that money to invest else where.
Options ARMs, for less wealthy people, are double edged swords. If things continue to be fine, then everyone happy. If housing market continues to slump, then those home owners will face larger debt with no equity and lower housing price. The worst combination of all.
People have this misconception that paying off mortgage bills are adding equities to houses. However, mortgage payment consists of two parts: interests and principal. Interests are like rent, which doesn't add to the equity to your house. It simply disappear as your pay it.
Most people who apply for Option ARMs are those who can't afford paying the principal. So, they can only pay the interests, which is like paying rent. The worst part is, .... the amount is usually larger than rent.
For example, let's buy a $500,000 condo with 0% down and apply interests only loan (just like renting a place). Mortgage payment would be $3250/month. It is a bad buy, because you can enjoy same property for $2000/month.
Please note that I assume the tax benefits from home cancel out fees from home association and property tax. For more accurate calculation, consult with your CPA or accountant. But NOT your realtor, whom will say anything to get the deal to go through.
Price is what you pay for value. | Sep 19, 2006
of course its too good to be true.
for some real quotes try http://www.savingslife.com
insane membranes | Sep 19, 2006
free home loan mortgage quote refinance?
Nov 17, 2007 by Jackie O | Posted in Renting & Real Estate
do these online companies give legitimate quotes or is it just a scam?
Jackie, if I were you I would stick with local lenders. That way if something goes wrong, you can face them in their office. And yes, most hook you and when you are committed, you'll be afraid to walk away. Most do and end up with trouble.
alterfemego | Nov 17, 2007
At some stage in almost everyones life they ask themselves, what kind of loan should I get? It's true that this subject gets less attention than it deserves because it seems that nearly everyone's in a hurry to get the money and move on to the higher priority which is whatever they wanted the loan for in the first instance. Let's start with this.
How much do you know about loans? This article intends to briefly describe the most important types of loans, so that you can get a global view over this issue.
prem k | Nov 17, 2007
Some do. Go to the site below and check out the "upfront" lenders and brokers.
kdaugherty81 | Nov 17, 2007
Hi Jackie O
My website gives accurate information, you should give it a glance... www.nchloans.com.au
As a mortgage broker, what concerns me are the sites which take consumers details and then sell the leads to people like me for between $25 & $40 per inquiry!
I don't use these cmpanies as I feel bad for the consumers who get sucked in and have no idea that their details are being sold at a such a price! The websites they put their details into are heavily marketed and do not act as finance brokers and are only in existence to capture peoples information so that it can be sold to the actual people who are licenced finance brokers.
Hope you investigate this further...
Kind regards,
LK
Lyn K | Nov 17, 2007
How long is a mortgage interest rate quote good in the state of Texas? 60 days, 90 days?
Jan 19, 2009 by REDe2by | Posted in Renting & Real Estate
I like the post about your next breath.
Federally regulated.
Good Faith Estimate ( GFE).
Unitl locked or funded it varies. Lock now !!
4.5% rate is about all there is.
Nemo | Jan 20, 2009
Unless you 'lock in' the rate with your mortgage broker, the quote is good until you take your next breath.
acermill | Jan 19, 2009
how is a mortgage quote calculated?
Nov 11, 2007 by Lauren (♥ Erin's mummy ♥) | Posted in Renting & Real Estate
in uk how do they work out how high a mortgage u can have?
Yeah - generally 3 times your salary (although you can borrow 4 or 5 times depending on your circumstances, lender etc.)
Also how much you have as an initial deposit and any other assets you own (other property, million in the bank, etc.)
Woody Black | Nov 11, 2007
three times your annual salary? im not sure though
abbyacid | Nov 11, 2007
depends on your monthly income,any overtime,and your outgoing bills,then they will calculate the total you can borrow,they also go on the basis of lending you say for example 2&1/2 times your salary,some differ from the rest.you can get a quote straight off the net,no obligation
josephrob2003 | Nov 11, 2007
It can vary from lender to lender - some will give up to 3 1/2 times the main salary plus one of the secondary. It also depends on the percentage of the property value that you wish to borrow for example if you only want 50% of the property value then many lenders may lend a higher than normal amount related to your income because the risk to them is far less than if they were lending against say 95% of the property value. A good financial website is www.fool.co.uk - they are independant and a good source of information for all things financial.
pgtkc1 | Nov 11, 2007
Firstly on multiplier of income. Up to 6 times is possible if you are a "professional" such as doctor, lawyer who has potential for substantial increases in income. Usually about 3-3.5 times income (partners can also be taken into account). 2.5 - 3 times joint income is possible.
After that the affordability factor is taken into account which is usually worked out on disposable income i.e. allowing for outgoings you must meet such as tax, N.I., other loan repayments, student loan etc. Eating or buying clothes is not considered essential.
If you do not need a very high loan to value ratio (want to borrow only, say, 60%) then you can go the self certification route which means you say you can afford it and they may believe you after checking credit references etc.
Good luck
Nick P | Nov 11, 2007
A Lender looks at the three Ss.
• Security. Certain mortgage deals restrict the proportion of the value of the property, upon which you can borrow. There are many which allow you to borrow up to 95%, while others will be much lower, say 65%. Often the same Lender will have a variety of products with a different Loan To Value. This difference reflects the varying amount of risk, which the Lender will take on each individual borrowing. You should be aware that a Lender always considers the worst case scenario, that of having to repossess, if you do not keep up your repayments. Hence the statutory warning "Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage", which must be prominently on all secured lending documents. Therefore a brick and tile constructed semi is a more attractive proposition than a high-rise ex-council flat in an Estate, depending on the area, of course.
• Status. This relates to how well you have conducted previous credit agreements. If you have any credit defaults registered against you, or County Court Judgements, or have ever been bankrupt, then that affects how much of a risk you represent to them. Consequently, you tend to pay more interest, unless it was a long time ago.
• Serviceability. Some Lenders will use the traditional method of multiplying your gross earnings by a certain factor to arrive at a maximum borrowing figure. They aim not to encourage you to get into any more debt than they think you can handle. Others have moved onto the affordability method, where they like to see a Debt to Income Ratio, where all your borrowing are no more than half of your take-home pay. There are website calculators, allowing you to enter your income and your commitments,which give you an idea of how much can be borrowed.
Disclaimer:
The answers above are for guidance only and should not be acted upon without you receiving independent financial advice relevant to your circumstances. To find and IFA please call 0800 085 3250 or go to http://www.unbiased.co.uk.
Unbiased.co.uk | Nov 11, 2007
Why do mortgage brokers want an appraisal done before they give you a quote?
Sep 06, 2007 by streamthree | Posted in Renting & Real Estate
If you're not satisfied with the quote, you lost about $350 for that appraisal.
Well I own a mortgage company and they should not be doing that. They should give you the quote first. It is kind of a bait and switch. If you have invested $350.00 then you are likely to go with whatever the quote is because you have invested the money. I would demand a quote first. You are not obligated to go with them. Thats a bunch of bull.
kristen w | Sep 06, 2007
Need advise on a mortgage quote, is 4% good?
May 09, 2006 by amy z | Posted in Personal Finance
I got a quote from http://get-a-home-loan.net at 4% fixed for 15 years is this a good deal or not?
Well yes, but you have to consider points and fees. They can make the rate sound good but charge high points or origination fees or other things. Look at the total package. Yes that is a good rate.
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madoli | Jul 17, 2006
Get the mortgage quote your bank doesn’t want you tosee
Deciding to consider refinancing of mortgage for home loan is a major determination. Next key issue involved is to find ways to get profitable quotes for mortgage from banks. A thorough research of prevailing market rates is essential to obtain competitive quote from mortgage firms. Being familiar with current trends enables one stand a better chance of bargaining for lower interest charges. Mortgage rates usually increase or decrease in accordance with securities in Wall Street. A careful overview of market trends helps one save considerably on interests.
Comparing different loan schemes from a particular mortgage vendor and also form different vendors would facilitate one to choose the most profitable scheme. Among major tools available in market for evaluating dissimilar loans programs is the Annual Percentage Rate (APR). Laws of the state make it mandatory to expressively disclose APR while marketing their mortgage rates. This is for the benefit of borrower and to prevent them from falling prey to lower advertised rates, and find out if there are any hidden fees and upfront costs involved later.
Personal meeting with lenders, bank officials’ and mortgage professionals’ help in getting a competitive interest quote for your loan. Being well prepared with entire documentary evidence in support of your financial situation before meeting the people at bank enhances chances of receiving lower interests. Presenting documents to support your favorable credit history would tempt bank managers to provide you with lucrative mortgage quotes. Papers essential to obtain fast and lucrative loans rates include:
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