01/07/2026
If I Was Going to Buy a House in the Next 6 Months, I Would NOT Do These 5 Things
1. Open new credit accounts
2. Get a new car
3. Make large or undocumented money moves
4. Change jobs or income streams without guidance
5. Co-sign for anyone
Why not? Because lenders review your entire financial picture, not just your credit score.
Every item on that list can:
• Increase your debt-to-income ratio (DTI)
• Lower your credit score
• Delay underwriting
• Or cause a loan denial right before closing
Even “normal” life decisions like a new car, a credit card, or helping someone by co-signing can change your approval status immediately.
The goal before buying isn’t just good credit, it's stable income, low debt, and clean bank statements.
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