Compensating Factors

 
va dot  Excellent credit history
 
va dot  Conservative use of consumer credit
 
va dot Minimal consumer debt
 
va dot Long-term employment
 
va dot Significant liquid assets
 
va dot Sizable down payment
 
va dot The existence of equity in refinancing loans
 
va dot Little or no increase in shelter expense
 
va dot High residual income
 
va dot Low debt-to-income ratio
 
va dot Tax credits for child care
 
va dot Tax benefits of home ownership

 

Note: Compensating factors CANNOT be used to offset unsatisfactory credit.

 

 

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