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For Buyers, Credit Matters—but How Much?

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By RISMedia Staff
May 20, 2018
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For Buyers, Credit Matters—but How Much?

Young African Businesswoman Checking Credit Score On Laptop At Office

Borrowers not as creditworthy as others often have higher mortgage payments; in fact, according to an analysis recently released by Zillow, the average borrower categorized with credit as “fair” can be on the hook for $21,000 more than a borrower with an “excellent” score.

Here’s how: Borrower A has a credit score that’s stellar (“excellent”), and obtains a 4.50 percent rate. Borrower B has a credit score that’s less than stellar (“fair”), and obtains a 5.10 percent rate. If both have a 30-year mortgage and a home with a median price tag, over the course of the loan, Borrower B has $21,000 more to pay than Borrower A.

Across the largest markets, the differences vary:

Zillow_Credit_Scores

“When you buy a home, your financial history determines your financial future,” says Aaron Terrazas, senior economist at Zillow. “Homebuyers with weaker credit end up paying substantially higher costs over the lifetime of a home loan. Of course, homeowners do have the option to refinance their loan if their credit improves, but as mortgage rates rise, this may be a less attractive option.”

Mortgage rates have risen since the start of the year, recently hitting a point not seen since 2011, according to Freddie Mac.

For more information, please visit www.zillow.com.

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