What NOT To Do Before Closing on a Home

If you’re about to close on a home, making major changes to your finances could derail the closing process, and even prevent you from getting a mortgage. For example, don’t make a big purchase including furniture or appliances because it can affect your credit score. Opening a new credit card or closing an existing one can affect your standing, too. 

Another major mistake to make is changing jobs when you’re about to close on a home purchase. Mortgage lenders examine your employment history for consistency, and providing additional documentation on employment to a lender can delay the closing.