Explore guidance
About Us
Message from the CEO Our History What We Do Our Team Shariah Board Operational States
Our Program
Why guidance Co-ownership Model Scholar's Rulings(Fatwa) Endorsements Testimonials Realty Program
News and Events
Upcoming Events Guidance in the News Awards and Recognitions Corporate Philanthropy Press Releases Photo Gallery
Resource Center
All Resources Insights & Articles Video Library White Papers Webinars E-Books Podcasts
Buying
Buying Reasons
First Time Homebuyer Investment Property Vacation Homes
How It Works
Home Buying Process Financing Options Application Checklist
Home Buying Resources
Competitive Rates Estimation Calculators Home Buying Questions
Get Started
Pre-qualify Online Connect with Account Executive
Refinancing
Refinancing Reasons
Riba-Free Homeownership Lower Monthly Payment Reduce Payoff Term
How It Works
Refinancing Process Refinancing Options Application Checklist
Refinancing Resources
Competitive Rates Estimation Calculators Refinancing Questions
Get Started
Pre-qualify Online Connect With Account Executive
Realty Program
Are You An Agent?
Get Pre-Approved Referrals How it Works Sign Up and Get Started
Are You A Homebuyer?
Find a Real Estate Agent
Are You A Home Seller?
Find a Real Estate Agent List Your Home
Contact Us
Call Us: 1-866-GUIDANCE Schedule Free Consultation Find an Account Executive Download Guidance App Visit a Local Office Join Our Team Email Us
My Account
Applying for Financing
View Application Status Upload documents Manage Application status
Existing Customers
Make Online Payment View Account Statements Update Billing Information
Important Updates
COVID-19 Updates
Guidance Residential
  • Explore Guidance
    About Us Message from the CEO Our History What We Do Our Team Shariah Board Operational States
    Our Program Why Guidance Co-ownership Model Scholar's Rulings (Fatwa) Endorsements Testimonials Realty Program
    News And Events Upcoming Events Guidance in the News Awards and Recognitions Corporate Philanthropy Press Releases Photo Gallery
    Resource Center All Resources Insights & Articles Video Library White Papers Webinars E-Books Podcasts
    Quick Links: Rates Get Pre-Qualified Connect with Account Executive 1.866.GUIDANCE
  • Buying
    Buying Reasons First Time Homebuyer Investment Property Vacation Homes
    How It Works Home Buying Process Financing Options Application Checklist
    Buying Resources Competitive Rates Estimation Calculators Home Buying Questions
    Get Started Pre-Qualify Online Connect with Account Executive
    Quick Links: Rates Get Pre-Qualified Connect with Account Executive 1.866.GUIDANCE
  • Refinancing
    Refinancing Reasons Riba-Free Homeownership Lower Monthly Payment Reduce Payoff Term
    How It Works Refinancing Process Refinancing Options Application Checklist
    Refinancing Resources Competitive Rates Estimation Calculators Refinancing Questions
    Get Started Pre-Qualify Online Connect With Account Executive
    Quick Links: Rates Get Pre-Qualified Connect with Account Executive 1.866.GUIDANCE
  • Realty Program
    Are You An Agent? Get Pre-Approved Referrals How it Works Sign Up and Get Started
    Are You A Homebuyer? Find a Real Estate Agent
    Are You A Home Seller? Find a Real Estate Agent List Your Home
    Quick Links: Rates Get Pre-Qualified Connect with Account Executive 1.866.GUIDANCE
  • Contact Us
    Call Us: 1.866.GUIDANCE Visit a Local Office
    Download Our App Join our Team
    Schedule Free Consultation Email Us
    Quick Links: Rates Get Pre-Qualified Connect with Account Executive 1.866.GUIDANCE
  • My Account
    Applying for Financing View Application Status Upload Documents Manage Application Status
    Existing Customers Make Online Payment View Account Statements Update Billing Information
    Important Updates COVID-19 Updates
    Quick Links: Rates Get Pre-Qualified Connect with Account Executive 1.866.GUIDANCE
Guidance Residential
  2. Resource Center
  3. Home Buying
  4. Why Run A Credit Check? Guidance Residential

Why Run A Credit Check? Guidance Residential

  • Videos
  • 0:45
Watch Now
0:45
  • FAQ
  • About Guidance

Start Your Home Buying Process

  • The Home Buying Process
  • Financing Options
  • Home Buying Questions

Resource Center:

  • Home Buying
  • Refinancing
  • Faith-Based Financing
  • For Realtors
  • Home Inspiration
  • All Resources

Related Resources:

smiling women placing post it notes
  • Insights & Articles
  • 2 Minute Read
  • 4/4/2019

Qualifying for home financing as a small-business owner

When you’re buying a home, a basic rule of thumb is that your house payment shouldn’t be more than 36 percent of your income each [..]

Read More
maxresdefault (8)
  • Videos
  • 1:51
  • 8/18/2020

Prepare Your Finances Early | Guidance Residential

Guidance Minute shares tips on how to prepare your finances early for a smooth and simple approval when pursuing home financing.

Watch Now
Shirkat ul Milk
  • Videos
  • 0:50
  • 9/29/2020

What Type Of Partnership Is This Home Financing Program Based On?

In this video: Different types of partnership concepts in Islamic jurisprudence. Learn about The Declining Balance Co-ownership Program. Customers retain all appreciating value in their [..]

Watch Now

Interested In More?

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date with the latest on mortgage news, rates and more.

Guidance Residential, LLC an equal opportunity employer.
  • Privacy and Security
  • Licensing and registration
  • Assistance and repayment options
  • Equal Housing
  • footer_home_logo
  • NMLS# 2908
  • © Guidance Residential, LLC 2021
  • All Rights Reserved
  • 11107 Sunset Hills Road, Suite 200, Reston, VA 20190
  • 1.866.GUIDANCE
Website Approved by the NYS Department of Financial Services