Can one spouse’s low score negatively affect the couple’s chances of securing a mortgage?

Yes, if one borrower has negative credit items, such as late payments or a foreclosure, the worst of the two will be taken into account when considering your mortgage application.

With a foreclosure, this could mean having to wait up to four years to be eligible for a loan again.

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