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Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

lesse — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 13:08:16 GMT

I worked so hard and finally got a mid score of 630 - I app'd with boa and Wells Fargo whom I have a relationship with both and got denied ! I was under impression Wells Fargo would go down to a 620 or lower. Anyone get approved with a direct lender with that score that could pm me - also I have a payment plan for student loans and a old charge off settled but not reporting - can I get approved with that not yet reporting and only the letter ? Thanks as this forum has been what's got me this far and I appreciate all of you

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

Anonymous — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 13:41:05 GMT

I was told to go to a smaller bank, the bigger banks usually say no. I was denied by chase with no direction, then I applied to polonia bank, they are giving me a 5000.00 grant & I was approved for more than I expected, I also was on my second job for only a year & it was no problem with them. I say go to a smaller bank.
Good luck

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

natecooper75 — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 16:12:41 GMT

I would suggest trying a local credit union if you have that option. I actually called them them first to ask what the minimum FICO score for USDA loans was before I wasted a HP. I knew my DW's scores were going to be borderline for a 640 minimum, but the stated minimum for the credit union for USDA loans was 620. This allowed me to apply with confidence.

We have made it through underwriting and have a conditional approval that didn't ask for anything credit related other than explaining recent inquiries, which is standard from what I can tell. If you have this option, I would suggest trying there. If not, my next suggestion would be a broker based on feedback that I have received from others.

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

Anonymous — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 17:06:09 GMT

My medium score is 638 and I was pre qualifed through mapletreelending in NY, meeting with them today but not sure if the lender will be national or someone local I will defenently post an update. I had a charge off from 08 that I need to take care of but other than that said theres no reason I wouldn't get approved.

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

Anonymous — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 17:32:46 GMT

I was just approved yesterday through automated underwriting and he said my mid score was 621! I am not sure what bank they are using but he ran it through the Freddie Mac for FHA.

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

Anonymous — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 20:46:09 GMT

I'd suggest looking into BB&T's CHIP program. I also was working hard to get my middle score up to a 620 so I could qualify. Just received my prequal letter and secured a realtor. Only took them about a day to get back with me. It's pretty similar to an FHA loan, but without the PMI. PM if you need more info!

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

lesse — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 03:18:41 GMT

Thank you sooo much and sorry so late for responding- i didnt get any notifications even though i picked for a email- either way Im in CT so i believe most of them didnt work with CT- not sure about polonia but i will look into it

I found a place that does 620 and im currently in u/w BUT im not feeling confident and wanted to have multiple choices but i now have missed my 30 day window and am afraid to do another inquiry

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

TimeToRecover — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 13:35:45 GMT

@Anonymous wrote:
I'd suggest looking into BB&T's CHIP program. I also was working hard to get my middle score up to a 620 so I could qualify. Just received my prequal letter and secured a realtor. Only took them about a day to get back with me. It's pretty similar to an FHA loan, but without the PMI. PM if you need more info!

I would like to know about the CHIP program. I am stuck with a FHA due to a foreclosure that is not quite 5 years old yet only 4. the PMI is a killer and affects the amount of the house I can afford. my scores and rest of my file is fine for conventional. If i am stuck with FHA I will be refinancing within a year.

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

Anonymous — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 15:14:50 GMT

I was denied FHA by a big bank even though my mid score was 632.... no collections, low cc utilization, car almost paid off. I decided to go to a broker and my loan is moving smoothly with minimal conditions being requested. I feel like big banks do not have your interest in mind nor are the loan officers required to be licensed. I feel like my broker is working for ME and guess what! If I don't get my loan he doesn't get paid! He doesn't want all of his work to be in vain with no reward, so they will tell you any concerns up front and also if they think they can get the deal done. I don't mind paying the extra money for a broker who is also acting as my advocate.

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

lesse — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 16:14:54 GMT

@Congrats @Anonymous congrats !! what is the bank that you went through?

@Anonymous wrote:
I was denied FHA by a big bank even though my mid score was 632.... no collections, low cc utilization, car almost paid off. I decided to go to a broker and my loan is moving smoothly with minimal conditions being requested. I feel like big banks do not have your interest in mind nor are the loan officers required to be licensed. I feel like my broker is working for ME and guess what! If I don't get my loan he doesn't get paid! He doesn't want all of his work to be in vain with no reward, so they will tell you any concerns up front and also if they think they can get the deal done. I don't mind paying the extra money for a broker who is also acting as my advocate.

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

DallasLoanGuy — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 17:30:11 GMT

look for a mortgage banker/broker that can lend on the lower scores..... big banks are alful

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

Anonymous — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 17:32:43 GMT

I am going through Carrington Mortgage. So far so good. I have also heard that they have lowered their minimum score requirements to 550. They don't seem to have many overlays either.

Re: Min 620 score and still having a difficult time

Anonymous — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 18:38:35 GMT

I had no idea about the CHIP program, and I've been working to get pre-approved for an FHA loan at 4.5% interest. I'm thinking of looking into this asap, but would have to go through the applying process all over again.