Missed House Payments and Evictions: How Do They Affect Credit Scores?
Missed House Payments and Evictions: How Do They Affect Credit Scores? Credit Score by David B. Coulter Share Share Email Many households across the nation continue to face economic uncertainty, so what are the short and long-term effects of missing a rent or mortgage payment? Can an eviction or a missed mortgage payment affect a […]
If I Short Sell My House Will My Credit Card Interest Rates Go Up?
If I Short Sell My House Will My Credit Card Interest Rates Go Up? Credit Cards by John Ulzheimer Share Share Email The following question was submitted via SmartCredit.com’s blog. Q: John, I’m thinking of doing a short sale on my rental house to get rid of it. If I do that can my credit […]
What Credit Score Is Needed To Buy a House?
What Credit Score Is Needed To Buy a House? Credit Report by David B. Coulter Share Share Email Unfortunately, there is no single credit score that can guarantee a borrower a mortgage at a rate she is comfortable with. This is because each lender is free to set their own credit score requirements, based on […]