Not knowing what your credit report says about your finances may cost you more when trying to obtain a mortgage. Even those who pay everything on time might have an unaddressed credit issue that is hurting their credit! It is possible for incorrect information to be reported on your credit report, and it is important to identify any issues and correct them before you apply for a mortgage.
What does your credit say about you?
What makes up your credit report?
Your credit score is a numerical representation of your trustworthiness in paying back debt. Each bureau will present you with a credit score based on the data they have.
What is reported?
A few of the items reported on your credit may include:
- Credit Cards
- Department store cards
- Gas cards
- Bank cards
- Airline cards
- Installment Loans
- Mortgage loans
- Auto loans
- Student loans
- Utilities
- Rent (sometimes)
- Collections or judgements
- Bankruptcies
What does your credit history look like?
Credit history is a record of the health of each reporting credit line. Your credit score is created from the list below.
Lisa Severseike
Branch Manager + Mortgage Loan Originator // NMLS #7911
I am the mother of all boys, including our golden mountain doodle, Appa, and cat, Duke. As queen of my home, life is never dull. It is full of spills and thrills. We live and work in small-town America. I love living in Iowa. After graduating from college with my degree in teaching and coaching endorsements, I directed my love for business and teaching into the mortgage world and haven’t looked back. For over 20 years, I get to do what I love and love who I get to connect with every day.
I am passionate about giving back to my profession and my community by being involved with local non-profits and industry organizations. 100 Women who Care, Bridge Home, Boys and Girls Club of Story county the MBA just to name a few.
Our branch eats, breathes, and lives doing mortgages. We don’t want your checking account and we won’t try to sell you an investment. We are here to help you look at your mortgage options and walk you through the process until you obtain the keys to the home you are buying. Whether your credit is perfect or if there were a few hiccups, we can help you with your mortgage options. Our office has over 50 years of experience to draw on. We care deeply about your dream to own a home or to reach your financial goals by owning investment properties.
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