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How long should I hold a secured bank credit card before I try to get an unsecured one?
Your ability to obtain an unsecured credit card will depend on your credit score. As your credit score rises you will become eligible. Try checking it after a year of making on time payments on your unsecured card.
The credit score advice for me to prevent bad credit score especially when I have a master card which has been unused for a long time.?
There are many factors that go into your credit score and cancelling a card, such as how long you have had the card and how large of a balance there is on your other cards. In order to help you make an informed decision based on your specific situation I would read this article http://www.creditcards.com/credit-card-news/cancel-credit-card-and-impact-credit-score-1267.php
How does a declined credit card affect your credit score?
A declined credit card does not directly impact your credit score. However, if you consistently have declined transactions, it could indicate financial instability and lead to potential negative effects on your credit score in the long run.
Would closing a credit card damage my credit score?
Yes closing a credit card can damage your credit score. But as long as everything else is good it should not affect you credit rating to much. Look for tips to keep a good credit card rating.
How long does it take for credit score to improve after you cancel a credit card?
Your credit score can go down when you cancel a credit card. It often will decrease because now the amount of credit available to you is less. The change in your credit score (+ or -) will be most likely updated the 1st of the following month.
Can a freelancer obtain a credit card?
Yes, freelancers can typically obtain a credit card as long as they meet the credit card issuer's requirements, such as having a good credit score and sufficient income to repay the credit card debt.
If you authorize someone else to use your credit card and that person does not have good credit does that affect your credit score?
No they don't care, so long as the expenses on your credit card are paid.
Is spending a few hundred dollars on a credit card enough to cause a lower credit score?
As long as make the correct payments it should actually increase your credit score.
Does my applying for a credit card affect my spouse's credit score?
no it doesn't as long as you both don't at the same time.
How long before piggyback credit would effect credit score?
30 to 45 days
How long does it affect your credit score if you do not pay your credit cards?
As long as you are not able to pay on time your credit cards and you are not maintaining a good credit payment schedule, your credit score is affected. Therefore, you must pay or settle all your accounts with your credit card in order to have a good credit score. There are ways on how to do this. Search online , there are sites that give honest and effective advice.
How do you raise your credit score?
A good way to raise your credit score, is to get a credit card with a limit on it, and only use about $10 a month on it, and pay it back immediately. This will help to raise your credit score gradually.
