Here's how you can help keep on track to prevent from blowing up the chances of owning your dream home. 

1. Don’t apply for new credit

2. Don’t make any large purchases

3. Don’t pay off collections

4. Don’t close credit card accounts

5. Don’t max out credit card accounts

6. Don’t consolidate your debt

7. Don’t change bank accounts

8. Don’t deposit cash into accounts

9. Don’t co-sign loans with anyone

10. Don’t do anything weird