Credit Score Needed to Buy a House

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What Exactly Is a Credit Score?
300–579: Poor 580–669: Fair 670–739: Good 740–799: Very Good 800–850: Exceptional
Why Is a Credit Score Important When You’re Buying a House?
What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House?
Conventional Loans
FHA Loans
VA Loans
Jumbo Loans
Can You Get a Home Loan with Bad Credit?
How Can I Improve My Credit Score?
The Takeaway
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About the Author
Austin Kilham is a writer and journalist based in Los Angeles. He focuses on personal finance, retirement, business, and health care with an eye toward helping others understand complex topics.
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