 TITLE: Buying a Home: What LGBTQ Couples Need to Consider CONTENT: Get Prepared With a Credit Check\n--------------------------------\nThe process of buying a home can be expensive and overwhelming, especially with the additional challenges LGBTQ couples may face. Before you apply for a mortgage, make sure you both check your credit, which you can do via AnnualCreditReport.com or for free directly through Experian. Go over your credit reports as well as your scores to determine if there's room for improvement and to get an idea of what a lender will see when you apply. END