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The decision to buy a property is often the most important moment in an immigrant’s life. Instead of paying a “landlord,” you start building your own wealth. However, before you start browsing house listings in Maspeth or around Chicago, get financially prepared.
Credit history is the foundation
In the United States, your credibility depends on your FICO score. You don’t need to have had an SSN for a decade to have a good score.
- Pay off your credit cards on time.
- Do not close old accounts.
- Consult with our advisor on how to quickly build a “credit score.”
Pre-approval gives you an advantage
In a hot real estate market, sellers will choose an offer backed by a pre-approval letter. At PSFCU, you can get a preliminary decision quickly and for free, which puts you in a strong negotiating position.
Choose an institution that understands you
Large commercial banks often treat customers in a cookie-cutter way. We look at you individually – we understand the specifics of contract work or income from Poland.

