Can I buy a house in Houston with a 600 credit score?
Possibly. A 600 score can meet FHA's 580-plus threshold for 3.5% down and may satisfy some VA lenders, but it falls below the typical 620 minimum for conventional loans and most down payment assistance programs. A licensed lender can review your options.
At 600, the FHA path is usually the one buyers explore first. Conventional loans generally start at 620, and most Texas down payment assistance programs look for about 620 as well, so a modest score improvement can open more doors. A review of your full file shows which programs realistically fit today.
This answer is part of our guide What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House in Texas?, which covers loan minimums, Houston down payment assistance, and how to improve your score before applying.
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