Buying and Selling Real Estate in Riverside CA

Credit Info

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Did you know that 75% of all mortgage lenders use a three-digit credit score to determine your loan eligibility? This score is based on the information contained in your credit report. And the interest rate you will be charged is based on your credit score, so raising your credit score as little as 15 points could result in a lower interest rate and thousands in savings. You can save anywhere from a few hundred dollars in credit card interest charges, thousands of dollars on your next car loan, and tens of thousands of dollars on a mortgage loan simply by improving your credit score as much as possible.

The information below offers general guidelines as to what your credit score might be. Each lender sets its own guidelines for approving loans and issuing credit. For this reason, the information below offers only general guidelines. Your debt-to-income ratio also plays a role in determining whether or not you will be issued credit. Some lenders require a debt-to-income ratio that may be higher or lower than those stated below. See bottom of this page to find out how to calculate your debt-to-income ratio.

The information below is based on the FICO scoring model which ranges from about 375 to 900. Other lenders might use their own in-house scoring systems or another scoring model. General rules to determine your credit score and creditworthiness are as follows:

A rating [Credit score 660 or higher] -- You can easily obtain financing at the best rate; you can get approved for a credit card online in a few seconds. Note that a score above 700 means you have extremely good credit.

Typical debt- to- income ratio: Below 35%

Mortgage: You have not been late with a payment in the last 24 months

Installment loan: You have been 30 days late making payments 0 or 1 time within the last 12 to 24 months

Revolving credit: You have been 30 or 60 days late with a payment 0 or 1 time in the last 12 to 24 months

Additional requirements: Good/excellent credit during the last 2 to 5 years; no bankruptcy within the last 2 to 10 years

B rating [Minimum credit score 620] You can get approved, but not at lowest rate. You can get credit cards and such, but at a higher rate than someone with an A rating.

Typical debt-to-income ratio: Around 50%

Mortgage: You have been 30 days late with a payment 2 or 3 times in the last 12 months

Installment Loan: You have been 30 days late with a payment 2 to 4 times during the last 12 months

Revolving credit: You have been 30 days late with a payment 0 to 2 times in the last 12 months

Additional requirements: You have no 60-day late mortgage payments; if filed bankruptcy, it must be discharged 2 to 4 years ago

C rating [Minimum credit score 580] Have trouble getting approved. Very high rates.

The lender might ask you to get someone to co-sign for you.

Typical debt-to-income ratio: 55% or higher

Mortgage: You have been 30 days late with a payment 3 or 4 times in the last 12 months

Installment Loan: You have been 30 days late with a payment 4 to 6 times during the last 12 months

Revolving credit: You have been 60 days late with a payment 2 to 4 times in the last 12 months

Additional requirements: If you filed bankruptcy, it was discharged 1 or 2 years ago

D rating [Minimum credit score 550] Serious trouble getting approved. Co-signor required.

Typical debt-to-income ratio: Around 60%

Mortgage: You have been 30 days late with a payment 2 to 6 times in the last 12 months; and 60 days late 1 to 2 times during the last 12 months

Installment Loan: You have a few 90 and 120 day late payments during the last 12 months

Revolving credit: You have a few 90 and 120 day late payments during the last 12 months

Additional requirements: If you filed bankruptcy, was discharged within last 12 months

E rating [Credit score under 550] Unlikely to be approved.

Typical debt-to-income ratio: Around 65%

Mortgage: You have a pattern of 20, 60, 90 and/or 120 day late payments

Installment Loan: You have a pattern of 20, 60, 90 and/or 120 day late payments

Revolving credit: You have a pattern of 20, 60, 90 and/or 120 day late payments

Additional requirements: You may have a current bankruptcy or foreclosure

Understanding Your Credit

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Understanding Your Credit

Mortgage Funding Info

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Mortgage Funding Info

Fico Scores Effect Purchasing

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Fico Scores Effect Purchasing

Property Rights

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Property Rights

Real Property Definition

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Real Property Definition

Property Investment

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Property Investment

Property Trust(s)

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Property Trust(s)

Negotiating a Contract

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Negotiating a Contract

Real Estate Negotiation

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Real Estate Negotiation

Dont Let It Fall Through

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Dont Let It Fall Through

Sell Your Home Fast

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Sell Your Home Fast

Real Estate Tax Advice

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Real Estate Tax Advice

Property Inspection

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Property Inspection

Pick An Offer

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Pick An Offer

Open House Expectations

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Open House Expectations

Your Open House

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Your Open House

Marketing Info

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Marketing Info

Listing Real Estate

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Listing Real Estate

Selling My Property

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Selling My Property

Multiple Offers

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Multiple Offers

Getting Real Estate Ready

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Getting Real Estate Ready

Real Estate List Price

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Real Estate List Price

Housing Market Info

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Housing Market Info

Pricing Your Property

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Pricing Your Property

Property Appraisal

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Property Appraisal

Real Estate Appraisal Info

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Real Estate Appraisal Info

More Tax Advice

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More Tax Advice

Real Estate Agent

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Real Estate Agent

Real Estate FSBO Advice

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Real Estate FSBO Advice

Real Estate Appraisal

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You should look at each home for its individual characteristics. Generally, older homes may be in more established neighborhoods, offer more ambiance, and have lower property tax rates. People who buy older homes, however, shouldn't mind maintaining their home and making some repairs. Newer homes tend to use more modern architecture and systems, are usually easier to maintain, and may be more energy-efficient. People who buy new homes often don't want to worry initially about upkeep and repairs.

Only an appraiser can give a real home value, but one thing your real estate agent can help you with, is determining the 'sold' value of homes around the area. This is especially important when writing an offer!

Real Estate Tax Shelter(s)

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Real Estate Tax Shelter(s)

Real Estate Tax Benefits

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Real Estate Tax Benefits

Loan Closing Advice

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Loan Closing Advice

Escrow Advice

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Escrow Advice

Home Loans

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Home Loans

Closing Costs

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Closing Costs

Review A Closing

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Review A Closing

Closing a Home

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Closing a Home

After The Loan

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After The Loan

Credit History

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Credit History

Negotiating Tips

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Negotiating Tips

Property Negotiation

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Property Negotiation

Safety Inspection

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Safety Inspection

Home Inspector Worksheet

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Home Inspector Worksheet

Home Insurance

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Home Insurance

Home Inspection

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Home Inspection

Debt To Income Ratio

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Debt To Income Ratio

Your Loan

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Your Loan

Apply for a Mortgage

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Apply for a Mortgage

Select a Mortgage

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Select a Mortgage

Mortgage Alternatives

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Mortgage Alternatives

Basic Mortgage

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Basic Mortgage

Mortgage Loan

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Mortgage Loan

Effective Offer Writing

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Effective Offer Writing

Mental Control

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Mental Control

Comparison Shopping

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Comparison Shopping

Home Selection

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Home Selection

Home Hunt

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Home Hunt

Approval Letters

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Approval Letters

Real Estate Ads

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Real Estate Ads

House Search

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House Search

Your Wish List

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Your Wish List

Find your Dream

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Find your Dream

A REALTOR Can Help

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A REALTOR Can Help

Confidence and Experience

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Confidence and Experience

Ownership Advice

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Ownership Advice

Young Buyer

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Young Buyer

Home Ownership: Are You Prepared?

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Home Ownership: Are You Prepared?

Buying an Affordable Home

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Buying an Affordable Home

Home Ownership : How To

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Home Ownership : How To

Buy vs Rent

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Buy vs Rent

Checklist for Home Buyers

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Checklist for Home Buyers