Posts Tagged ‘Score’


Fix Your Credit DVD – How to Fix Mistakes on Your Credit Report and How to Improve Your Credit Score

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

Product DescriptionThis incredibly informative and timely DVD explains what credit is, how credit scores are calculated, how to obtain your free credit report, how to spot and fix mistakes in your credit report and, perhaps most importantly, simple steps you can take to improve your credit score whether your score is in the 400s, 500s, 600s …


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How Fast Is Your Credit Score Affected By Changes In Credit Utilization?

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

A reader asks…

Basically, how current is the credit agencies records?
Under normal conditions, my credit utilizaiton varies wildly.
When applying for credit, I generally want 10-20% credit utilization. I can make that happen, but I wanted to know:
How long after I make it 10-20% should I apply for credit?
How long do I need to hold my credit utilization at 10-20%?


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What Should Your Credit Score Be To Get A Good Credit Card?

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009

A reader asks…

Is it 600 or above? I am working on fixing my credit and I have an auto loan that will help rebuild my credit. I need a credit card for emergency’s and to help my credit, just wandering when I should apply for one. Right now Its not near 600.


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