450 Credit Score Mortgage

A hard money mortgage loan with a 450 Credit

With a 450 450 credit score, your only option for a mortgage is through private money investors, aka hard money lenders. Other types of loans are entirely off limits regardless of your income, cash in the bank, or low LTV. You will need to raise your credit score to at least 500 and preferably 580 to become eligible to obtain a HUD FHA loan, or a subprime loan.

To find out the requirements for an FHA loan, explore https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/housing or enter your data here into our FHA loan eligibility calculator and alternative options.


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Private money lenders for credit score 350-499

Despite having a poor credit score of 450, private investors through hard money brokers will lend you money to purchase a new property or refinance the existing property as long as you have a large down payment or enough equity in the property.

Owner-Occupied Residential Hard Money Owner-Occupied Residential Commercial Vacant Land Conventional FHA, VA, USDA, Non-Qm
Max Loan to Value 60.06% 60.16% 61.26% 50.11% N/A
Programs Hard Money Hard Money Hard Money Hard Money N/A
Vesting Natural, Corporation, LLC Natural, Corporation, LLC Natural, Corporation, LLC Natural, Corporation, LLC N/A
Tax Returns Bank statements or other documents showing ATR Alt documents or equity-only loans Alt documents or equity-only loans Alt documents or equity-only loans N/A
Points 3.19 3.92 3.67 3.98 N/A
Rate 11.42% 12.31% 11.82% 13.51% N/A
Loan terms 1—5 years 1—5 years 1-7 years 1-3 years N/A
Property Condition Any Any include Fixer-Upper Any Unentitled land- reduce LTV to 26.23 N/A

The Rates & Terms depend on the Loan-to-Value, credit, property location, condition, and local real estate market condition. Unlike the FHA loan, which has standard underwriting, private money loan programs differ significantly between lenders. It behooves you to contact and get quotes from at least three lenders before you make a decision. See a list of potential hard money lenders or use the Lendersa form to shop for your loan simultaneously with hundreds of private money lenders.

How mortgage brokers rip you off

450 is a low score; unfortunately, a small percentage of mortgage brokers could take advantage of your credit disadvantage by trying to charge you an arm and a leg. Therefore, it would be best if you compared 3-10 lenders' programs before deciding on the best lender, thus avoiding mortgage brokers' rip-offs and loan sharks.

Improve your credit score for mortgage

Credit scores of 625 or above will open the door for more loan programs and better rates & terms. If you are not rushing to refinance or purchase a property, consider raising your credit score before attempting a loan review. Check our recommended resources to improve your credit at the bottom of the page Improving your credit score will enhance your chances for better loans. Understanding how credit scores work is the first step to raising your credit.

Here are a few links to resources that could raise your credit score: https://www.usa.gov/credit-reports https://www.fanniemae.com/crediteducation https://myhome.freddiemac.com/refinancing


List of lenders who consider lending to borrowers with 450 credit:

  • Heritage Bank USA
  • 101 N. Main St, Jonesboro, GA, 30236
  • Heritage Bank, a state chartered commercial bank, has been serving metro Atlanta's Southern Crescent since 1955. The independent community bank has six full service offices, features a well-rounded offering of commercial and consumer products, and is an active, involved member of the community it serves.
  • American Dream Mortgage, Inc.
  • 164 Philadelphia St, Indiana, PA, 15701
  • Our mission is to be of service to others. We are committed to providing superior customer service to those that support our business, to continue to educate ourselves and share our knowledge with others & to build & maintain long lasting relationships.We are 100% owned & licensed to do business in PA and offer: USDA, FHA & conventional loans, VA.
  • Colonial Mortgage Service Company of America
  • 418 Stump Road, Suite 100, Montgomeryville, PA, 18936
  • "Since 1992 Colonial has been a trusted local Lender in Commercial, Residential and Investment Loans. Colonial Mortgage is your mortgage purchase and refinancing specialist serving PA, NJ, VA and MD. Mission: Our primary goal remains to provide the quickest most efficient process in order to become your #1 Trusted Lender!"
  • Still Waters Lending
  • 5115 Lake Ridge Pkwy, Suite 160, Grand Prairie, TX, 75052
  • Still Waters Lending mission is to serve our clients, community, and industry with purpose by adding value with our resources. The key to our success has been a combination of consistently offering the lowest possible rates and above all providing outstanding customer service. We take pride in treating our clients with honesty and integrity.
  • Valley Economic Development Partners
  • 4319 Belmont Ave, Youngstown, OH, 44505
  • Valley Economic Development Partners is a private, non-profit organization focused on the social well-being of the Mahoning Valley and its surrounding regions. Our mission is to be a leader in developing employment opportunities through business creation, expansion, and retention in collaboration with other regional organizations.
  • Bliss Mortgage LLC
  • 5322 Primrose Lake Circle Suite A, Tampa, FL, 33647
  • Bliss Mortgage LLC, you can count on us to match you with the best mortgage loan available for your situation. Our licensed and experienced Mortgage Loan Originators take pride in working for the client and understanding their needs. Short on time? We are also accessible during evenings and weekends. Every situation may be different,
  • BNA Bank
  • 133 E Bankhead St, New Albany, MS, 38652
  • Bank of New Albany, BNA Bank is a state-chartered bank that has grown from a single location in downtown New Albany to 8 total locations. BNA Bank is one of the few ‘A’ rated banks by Weiss Bank Rating Services and was inducted into the Seifried and Brew Top 15th percentile of community banks.
  • Lincoln Equity Inc
  • 171 S Anita Drive, Orange, CA, 92868
  • Lincoln Equity Inc has all the appeal and proximity of a local realtor, but with the experience of a realty giant! We will guide you through every aspect of the purchase, sale, leasing and management of residential real estate in the Costa Mesa area. Lincoln Equity Inc was recently awarded the CA
  • Austin Private Funding
  • 1406 Camp Craft Rd, Suite 200-D, Austin, TX, 78746
  • Austin Private Funding is a private real estate finance company that provides hard money lending for commercial and non-owner occupied residential properties. Our years of experience in real estate investing and financing allow us to appreciate the complexities involved in real estate transactions.