One of the most important factors lenders use to determine a home buyer’s eligibility for a loan is their credit score.
Your credit score can be considered the base of the borrowing iceberg as it determines the interest rate a borrower will offer, the amount of down payment required and even if you qualify for financing in the first place. While there is no one magical number, the consensus in the US is that a score of 660 and above will greatly assist you in getting approved for a mortgage.
The higher the score the better for you.