EPISODE · Jun 25, 2025 · 18 MIN
127. How To Prepare Your Credit To Get The Best Interest Rate
from Latina Investors · host Andrea Ramos
Want the best possible interest rate when you buy your first home? It starts with your credit score. In this episode of the First Gen Home Buyer Series, I break down exactly how your credit impacts your mortgage and the simple steps you can take now to improve it.You’ll learn:What credit score you actually need to qualify for a mortgageThe difference between FHA and conventional loan requirementsHow to boost your score with better credit utilizationWhen to request a credit limit increase (and when not to)What not to do right before applying for a mortgageWhether you’re 6 months or 2 years out from buying, this episode will help you set yourself up to save thousands in interest.1:1 Money Coaching: 1:1 is a money & investing coaching program for first gen WOC who want to financially prepare to buy their first or next home. Inside 1:1, we'll map out the best strategy to set a house budget, save for a downpayment by investing and set you up to have the best credit to get the most competitive mortgage. Book a free call her to learn more about 1:1 money coaching.
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Want the best possible interest rate when you buy your first home? It starts with your credit score. In this episode of the First Gen Home Buyer Series, I break down exactly how your credit impacts your mortgage and the simple steps you can take now to improve it.You’ll learn:What credit score you actually need to qualify for a mortgageThe difference between FHA and conventional loan requirementsHow to boost your score with better credit utilizationWhen to request a credit limit increase (and when not to)What not to do right before applying for a mortgageWhether you’re 6 months or 2 years out from buying, this episode will help you set yourself up to save thousands in interest.1:1 Money Coaching: 1:1 is a money & investing coaching program for first gen WOC who want to financially prepare to buy their first or next home. Inside 1:1, we'll map out the best strategy to set a house budget, save for a downpayment by investing and set you up to have the best credit to get the most competitive mortgage. Book a free call her to learn more about 1:1 money coaching.
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