470 Credit Score Mortgage

A hard money mortgage loan with a 470 Credit

With a 450 470 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 470, 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 60.11% 60.21% 61.34% 50.14% 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 3.18 3.91 3.66 3.97 N/A
Rate 11.41% 12.3% 11.81% 13.5% 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

470 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 470 credit:

  • Studio Bank
  • 124 12th Ave. South, Suite 400, Nashville, TN, 37203
  • A studio is a place where creators do their thing. And we want to be the bank for Nashville's creators. Whether you're designing a company or building a project, crafting a song or writing code, orchestrating social change or enhancing the quality of care, we want to collaborate with you.
  • Heartland Credit Union
  • 900 E 23rd Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67502
  • Heartland Credit Union was formed April 1, 1948. The Credit Union started life with 14 members and $315.00 in assets. The original place of business was in the home of Clyde and Lela Burk at 528 E. Sherman in Hutchinson. We've grown to many branches throughout Central Kansas, a far cry from our original home in a residence on E. Sherman Avenue.
  • Certainty Home Loans LLC
  • 1354 E. JOHN SIMS PARKWAY, Niceville, FL, 32578
  • Certainty Home Loans has been helping homebuyers for over 20 years, with a focus on making homeownership a reality by putting people first and investing in the right technology and Our core belief is that our Certainty family is our #1 asset. We never want to lose sight of the importance of our team members or of our values: integrity, quality.
  • Spirides Hospitality Finance Company
  • 100 S Ashley Dr, Suite 600, Tampa, FL, 33646
  • Spirides Hospitality Finance Company provides mortgages and loans for owners of all types of hotels across the United States so they may obtain the capital they require to fund new construction & development, acquisition, debt refinancing, and renovation projects. With loan amounts ranging from $2, 000, 000 to $50, 000, 000
  • Jefferson Security Bank
  • 105 E Washington Street, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443
  • Jefferson Security Bank is a West Virginia state-chartered bank that was formed and opened for business May 19, 1869 making it the oldest bank in Jefferson County, West Virginia. Originally chartered as Jefferson Savings Bank, it changed its corporate name in 1909 to Jefferson Security Bank.
  • BCM Federal Credit Union
  • 1 Baylor Plaza, Houston, TX, 77030
  • The Baylor College of Medicine Federal Credit Union is a member owned, not-for-profit credit cooperative led by unpaid volunteers who are democratically elected from its membership. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality financial services and education to our members and encourage thrift.
  • Mansfield Lending
  • 2920 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA, 90305
  • "Shelle Kirk is a Mortgage and Real Estate Broker in addition to being the owner of Mansfield Lending - a full service mortgage brokerage based in Inglewood, California. For the past 21 years, Shelle has committed herself to the Real Estate field and has a wealth of knowledge to offer anyone making the first step to owning property."
  • Technicolor Federal Credit Union
  • 434 W. Alameda Ave, Burbank, CA, 91506
  • Technicolor Federal Credit Union is a member owned and operated financial cooperative institution. Membership is exclusively available to employees and family members of Technicolor Inc., Live Nation Entertainment Inc. and over 120 other companies in the entertainment industry and from select Los Angeles based businesses, unions and organizations.
  • The Garrett State Bank
  • 120 West King Street, Garrett, IN, 46738
  • Today the Garrett State Bank is a progressive community bank that has a full line of business and personal financial products. We specialize in residential mortgage loans and small to mid sized family owned business loans. Combining common sense decision making with modern products
  • Prosperity Bank
  • 80 Sugar Creek Center Blvd, Sugar Land, TX, 77478
  • We believe in a community Banking philosophy where personal relationships & great experiences go hand-in-hand. We provide convenient technology options that our customers expect – all backed by the highest level of security. At every touch point, you’ll find knowledgeable associates ready to serve our customers with accuracy.