22/11/2025
🏡 BANNED BY A BANK? Don't Let a Charge-Off Stop Your Home Dreams! 🚫
Ever been denied a mortgage because of a "charge-off" on your credit report? 😔 It's incredibly frustrating, and it happens to more buyers than you think!
Here is the truth about charge-offs and home buying that many people don't realize:
The Charge-Off Myth: You Might Be Ready NOW! 🚀
Many people automatically assume they need expensive and time-consuming credit repair or have to dispute the item before they can qualify. STOP! This is not always the case!
❌ Don't immediately jump to credit repair.
✅ Did you know? Certain lenders may EXCLUDE charge-offs from your debt-to-income ratio (DTI) when calculating your approval!
The Lender Loophole You Need to Know:
Some mortgage programs simply won't count the debt against you if the charge-off is outside of a specific timeframe (often 2 years or more).
The real reason many standard lenders say NO is that the file requires manual underwriting…often called a lender 'overlay.' These are just internal rules some lending companies put into place, NOT industry-wide laws!
💡 The Bottom Line: ALWAYS Get a Second Opinion 💡
If you've been denied, remember this critical rule:
One lender may say NO, but another lender may say YES!
Don't let one denial stop you. You might be closer to approval than you think and don't even know it! You may already be ready for an approval and don't even know it.
If you don't know where to start, start here:
➡️ Connect with a trusted Real Estate Agent (like me!) or a seasoned Mortgage Professional.
We can help you connect with the right lender who specializes in these guidelines and can give you an expert opinion!
Send me a quick message today to discuss your situation confidentially! Let's get you on the path to homeownership! 🔑