{"id":5229,"date":"2023-03-30T09:05:54","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T23:05:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/financialplus.com.au\/?p=5229"},"modified":"2023-03-30T09:05:54","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T23:05:54","slug":"money-habits-that-may-raise-lenders-eyebrows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/financialplus.com.au\/money-habits-that-may-raise-lenders-eyebrows\/","title":{"rendered":"Money habits that may raise lenders\u2019 eyebrows"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"We all know being on our monetary best behaviour can help to land a home loan. But did you know there are common spending habits you may have that are red flags to lenders?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Smart money management and cutting back on expenses can help your home loan application. That\u2019s no secret.<\/p>\n

But a bit of measured discretionary spending can add a little spice to life. We\u2019re human after all. And lenders will see this as normal.<\/p>\n

However, there are certain spending habits and types of transactions that can be a red flag to lenders. And these may hinder your chances of home loan approval.<\/p>\n

Check out our list of potentially problematic spending habits below; avoiding them just might make all the difference when you apply for your next home loan.<\/p>\n

PayPal transactions<\/h3>\n

There\u2019s nothing inherently wrong with using PayPal. It\u2019s often a convenient and safe way to make online purchases.<\/p>\n

But many expenses that lenders may scrutinise, such as online gambling, and other unmentionable vices, use PayPal with vague descriptors.<\/p>\n

This makes it easier to hide spending habits some may not want the world to know about.<\/p>\n

And even if your PayPal spending is mundane, if the descriptions are vague, lenders may still raise an eyebrow.<\/p>\n

Purchases through bank accounts on the other hand make it easier for lenders to see your spending habits when assessing your application.<\/p>\n

Buy now, pay later<\/h3>\n

It can be tempting to use a buy now, pay later (BNPL) service to splurge on a new outfit and leave future you to stump up the cash.<\/p>\n

However, even though BNPL services aren\u2019t traditional credit products, they can still affect your credit score.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s because when you apply for a BNPL service, there\u2019s a chance it may be recorded as an enquiry on your credit report \u2013 and these enquiries\u00a0may impact your credit score<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Worse still, a few missed payments later and that purchase may not seem like such a hot idea \u2013 BNPL services can notify credit reporting agencies that you\u2019ve defaulted on a payment, leaving you with a blemish on your credit report.<\/p>\n

Last but not least, the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) recently\u00a0amended its framework<\/a>\u00a0to include BNPL debts in the reporting of debt-to-income (DTI) ratios.<\/p>\n

And a high DTI can lessen your home loan borrowing capacity, or even lead to rejection.<\/p>\n

Dipping into savings too often<\/h3>\n

Having regular savings locked away, untouched, and accruing interest \u2026 well, that can make lenders smile when assessing your mortgage application.<\/p>\n

But as we all know, life happens. Unexpected expenses may crop up that require you to dip into your savings.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t the end of the world when applying for a mortgage, but pinching too much from your piggy bank might get lenders thinking that you\u2019re unable to put money aside and budget.<\/p>\n

This could lead lenders to believe that you will struggle to make regular repayments.<\/p>\n

Store credit cards<\/h3>\n

Many stores will entice you with swanky perks in return for signing up for their credit card. But often, when you look past the interest-free period sparkle, the interest rates are rubbish.<\/p>\n

One or two forgotten payments can really end up costing you.<\/p>\n

Also, lenders may view having a multitude of store cards as \u201cfishing for credit\u201d \u2013 sourcing credit from different places may make it look like you\u2019re scrambling for money.<\/p>\n

And every time you apply for a store credit card, your credit report is pinged, which as mentioned previously, can harm your overall score.<\/p>\n

Frequent large ATM withdrawals<\/h3>\n

Some people still prefer to use cash, which is fine. But keep in mind that in the eyes of lenders it may make your spending habits hard to track.<\/p>\n

Lenders may question your withdrawals. If you have a fair explanation, and possibly some supporting documentation, then cash withdrawals likely won\u2019t have a negative effect on your application.<\/p>\n

However, keep in mind that withdrawing a few hundred dollars every Friday night at the local service station or bottleo ATM isn\u2019t a great look.<\/p>\n

Get your ducks in a row<\/h3>\n

Nobody likes the sting of rejection.<\/p>\n

But fear not because we\u2019re experts in helping people shape up their finances for a schmick mortgage application.<\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re thinking about buying but are worried about how some of your recent transactions or money habits might look to a lender, get in touch today and we can help you start to smooth things out.<\/p>\n

Disclaimer:<\/strong>\u00a0The content of this article is general in nature and is presented for informative purposes. It is not intended to constitute tax or financial advice, whether general or personal nor is it intended to imply any recommendation or opinion about a financial product. It does not take into consideration your personal situation and may not be relevant to circumstances. Before taking any action, consider your own particular circumstances and seek professional advice. This content is protected by copyright laws and various other intellectual property laws. It is not to be modified, reproduced or republished without prior written consent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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