Applying for mortgage loans for bad credit can be uncomfortable to say the least. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard the same story. A great family, with strong stability fell on hard times. They had to let their house go because of a serious injury, downsizing of a company, or loss of a loved one. In many cases those folks get back on their feet within 6 months to a year, and would like to buy a home again. However, with the lending guidelines in today’s world, that can be quite a challenge.

The good news is there are lenders out there that will treat you like a human being. Mortgage loans for bad credit do exist, and I’ll tell you how to find them WITHOUT having to jump through a million hoops.

How bad can your credit be?

Well, it depends…

Credit scores and time since the blemish really aren’t the main factors. The main factor is “why”. What’s the story behind the credit problem? Were you blatantly irresponsible? Or did you have a rough patch?

Let’s say you had a foreclosure a year ago because your company outsourced your job after they cut your pay 50% a year before they let you go. You were in a position that you genuinely couldn’t afford to make your payment and had no choice but to foreclose. As long as you can some how prove the course of those events taking place, and show a previous history of being financially responsible, you definitely have a chance to get approved.

Now, if you “gave your house back to the bank” because you noticed home values were declining, that’s another story. It has to make sense. There needs to be proof that there was a legitimate reason for the cause of the credit issue.

Who can offer mortgage loans for bad credit?

The vast majority of lenders, especially big banks, and mega-originators, only write “A-paper”. They are (for the most part) extremely conservative with what they will approve, and who they will approve. You want to look for a small to mid-size local company. Maybe a credit union or a company who has some sort of partnership with a credit union. Small local banks are good too.

Why? These types of companies are typically privately held. They are more likely to be committed to building and strengthening relationships in the community, and bend over backwards to meet the needs of their clients. I’m not suggesting that there aren’t awesome people that work at BIG companies. All I am saying is that their hands are tied many times because of the company they represent.

There is something special about reaching out to someone and telling them you can help when no one else would even give them a second look because of their bad credit. Really giving folks a second chance without making them wait 2-7 years to get back on their feet.

What can you expect with these bad credit in-house loans?

• Primary residence only.
• Usually 10% down will be required. Gift okay.
• The interest rates may be higher than typical loans.
• No monthly mortgage insurance even if you put less than 20% down.
• Paying points may be required.
• Okay on purchase or refinance. Even cash-out refinance is okay in some cases!

Getting mortgage loans for bad credit isn’t for everyone. Typically it’s a short term fix for people with unique situations, but know that home-ownership is right for them. Once they’re back on their feet within a couple years, it would most likely make sense to refinance into the loan that meets the needs of their updated circumstances. Did you know this type of opportunity was available right now?

I invite you to reach out to me.

Get your questions answered.

You won’t be talking to some newbie or intern, you’ll be talking with Adam Lesner directly. We don’t get everyone approved, but we do our best to find the right loan if it makes sense.

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Adam Lesner NMLS 198818 | Mackinac Savings Bank NMLS 401686 | Main offices in Michigan, Massachusetts, and Florida. Also offering financing in most states across the US including (but not limited to) Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Washington DC, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin.  

 

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