Just as music preferences and social norms shift from generation to generation, so do home buying habits. In recent years, Millennials have made up the largest percentage of homebuyers.[i] As more Millennials and Gen Zers make their way into the housing market, it’s important for lenders to tailor their customer experience to suit the unique needs and preferences of NextGen … Read More
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In 2021 an estimated 42 million Americans had their identity stolen.[i] With the growing prevalence of data breaches and cybercrime, it’s no surprise that identity theft is on the rise. Dealing with identity theft can be upsetting, expensive, and time-consuming. Fortunately, there are ways to guard against it. One tool consumers can use to protect themselves from credit-related fraud are … Read More
How Do Credit Freezes Impact Mortgage Applications and Other FAQs
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We have all been there, a borrower says they have a 720 credit score, but when you get the report back they have a 680. How can that happen? How do you explain the difference to your borrower? In this episode of Talk Data to Me, we are joined by Mark Teta, Regional VP at Certified Credit to talk about … Read More
Talk Data to Me: Consumer vs. Mortgage Credit Scores [Episode 11]
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From mortgage loans to credit cards, financing can help you accomplish your financial goals more quickly and conveniently than you could otherwise. If you want to take advantage of credit, you need to establish yourself as a trustworthy borrower. There are five factors that lenders use to assess your creditworthiness. These factors are known as the five C’s of credit: … Read More
The Five C’s of Credit & How They Can Impact Your Score
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Getting calls from debt collectors can be overwhelming and stressful. Additionally, having a collection account listed on your credit report can bring down your credit score considerably. You may be wondering just how much a collection can impact your credit score. In this article, we’ll discuss the credit consequences of having an unpaid debt go to collections. We’ll also review … Read More
How Much Does a Collection Impact Your Credit Score?
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Talk Data to Me: NextGen Homebuyer with Kristin Messerli of Experience.com Homebuying has always been one of the most complex and important decisions an individual can make. But, with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, lacking financial education, and the challenges of the current housing market, the next generation of homebuyers is finding it more challenging than ever before to … Read More