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Am I Ready for a Mortgage?
Readiness usually comes down to three things: credit, debt relative to income, and savings. Here's how to think about each.
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The situation
Buyers who aren't ready yet often don't know which lever to pull first — credit, debt, or savings — or how long meaningful progress actually takes. A realistic plan beats generic advice to 'improve your credit score.'
Questions people in this situation usually ask
- What matters more: my credit score or my debt-to-income ratio?
- How long does it typically take to meaningfully improve mortgage readiness?
- Should I talk to a loan officer before I feel ready?