How do I refinance my house without a credit score?

Question by Luvinmylife2: How do I refinance my house without a credit score?
I have excellent credit and zero debt. My house is paid for, debt free, and I do not have any outstanding debt. I have had loans in the past, but I’ve paid them off. Therefore, I do not have a credit score. I want to tap into the equity on my house and take out a second mortgage on my home, but the bank says that I do not have a credit score. Does anyone have any ideas on how I can get a competitive rate with no score?

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Answer by Major Mortgage Lender
Many mortgage loans do not require credit scores. Typically, FHA loans and loans provided by the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) do not require credit scores. In addition to your past credit history you may also provide alternative credit histories for these loans to help you qualify such as utilities, cellular phone bills, and car insurance. A consistent savings history is also acceptable as alternative credit.

You may be running into more problems by looking for a “second mortgage”. More often than not these mortgages are credit score sensitive. However, if you have a small locally owned bank who makes thier own decisions or a credit union you belong to coupled with NOT trying to take a high percentage of your equity out in cash you may find some takers.

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