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Is is better to close a credit card account or to leave it open once it is paid in full?
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Closing an account will temporarily reflect negatively on the person's credit report. However, leaving an account open may result in being charged user fees,etc. Some ccc's waive fees if the card is used within a specified time. it might be a better choice to charge small purchases and pay the balance at the end of the month. The decision really depends on the terms of the account and the status of the account holder's credit history.
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Can a bank close a bank account if you default on a loan with that bank?
They can but usually they leave it open but make it inacessable because they can keep it on your credit until its resolved. It is in your best intrest to close the account as soon as possible to allow the seven years it can be on your credit clock start ticking.
Will settling a close credit card debt hurt your credit?
it would really depend on the age of the debt, if it is more than 6 months, leave it alone. By settling it it becomes current news not old and forgotten. It will make you feel better about paying your debts but will actually harm your credit score. You'll sleep better at night but your credit won't.
Should one cancel a credit card after paying it off and how does this reflect on their FICO score?
Just to add a little to the below answer; if the credit card in question is a fairly new credit card say opened in the last 12 mos or so, then I would advise to close it. If the account has been opened for a longer period of time, leave it open with a zero balance. Your credit score is not only derived by the balance vs the limit but also the length of time the account has been open and in good standing. Cancelling cards may not always be a good idea. Your credit score is based on several things, one of which is your available credit to current debt ratio. If you've paid of a card, it's probably a good idea to not make more charges on it, keeping it available as credit. That will show that, even though you have available credit, you're responsible enough not to use it all. It is better to cancel a card with a 0 balance than to close an account with a balance.
Is it better for your credit to pay all of your balances down to half or pay one or two in full?
Just make sure that your balances are below 30% of the credit limit. For example, if you have a credit card with a limit of $1,000, make sure that you do not leave a balance higher than $300 or lower. This is called utilization ratio and will increase your credit score. Just make sure you leave a little on you credit card to keep a higher score. I recommend that you set the money aside in an account that will allow you to pay off all debt at will but you are leaving a balance because it gives a better score. Source: Credit Bible by Phil Turner.
After canceling my only active credit card how soon should I apply for another credit card without damaging my credit score?
you just hurt your score a little by closing a good account, it is always best to just leave the account open and just keep a zero balance and sock draw the card.
Is it correct to say do not leave large balance in checking account?
That is close to being correct, but not quite. A better phrasing would be, do not leave a large balance in your checking account.
Can a bank close a bank account if you default on a loan with that bank?
They can but usually they leave it open but make it inacessable because they can keep it on your credit until its resolved. It is in your best intrest to close the account as soon as possible to allow the seven years it can be on your credit clock start ticking.
If you close an account will it improve your credit score?
Closing accounts can actually lower your credit score. The reason is that a portion of the score is made up by considering the amount of credit available to you versus the amount you are actually using. For example, if you have a credit card with a $10,000 limit and a $5,000 balance you are using 50% of $10,000 available. If you pay off the $5,000 and leave the account open you are using 0% of $10,000 available and that helps your credit score. If you pay it off and close the account the available credit goes to zero which is worse for your score. Another component of your credit score is how long an account has been open, so you're better off having the same account for years rather than closing an older one and opening a new one. If you have too many accounts and really want to close some of them it's best to close the newest ones first and hang onto an account with a high credit limit and a good payment history. Closing any accounts will likely lower your score temporarily, but it will bounce back over time.
How do you close your account on Build-a-Bearville?
You can't sorry. Just leave it.
Will settling a close credit card debt hurt your credit?
it would really depend on the age of the debt, if it is more than 6 months, leave it alone. By settling it it becomes current news not old and forgotten. It will make you feel better about paying your debts but will actually harm your credit score. You'll sleep better at night but your credit won't.
If you are an additional card holder on a parent's credit card account and you file bankruptcy will the bankruptcy appear on their credit?
The bankruptcy will appear on their credit if you include this card in your bankruptcy. If you leave the card off the bankruptcy, it will not effect their credit.
Should one cancel a credit card after paying it off and how does this reflect on their FICO score?
Just to add a little to the below answer; if the credit card in question is a fairly new credit card say opened in the last 12 mos or so, then I would advise to close it. If the account has been opened for a longer period of time, leave it open with a zero balance. Your credit score is not only derived by the balance vs the limit but also the length of time the account has been open and in good standing. Cancelling cards may not always be a good idea. Your credit score is based on several things, one of which is your available credit to current debt ratio. If you've paid of a card, it's probably a good idea to not make more charges on it, keeping it available as credit. That will show that, even though you have available credit, you're responsible enough not to use it all. It is better to cancel a card with a 0 balance than to close an account with a balance.
Is it better to close a credit card account with no balance or simply leave it open and not use it and how does one go about closing an account?
The answer depends on how many other credit cards you have. If you only have one then hang on to it. In fact, use it to buy a tank of gas or groceries once a month and then pay it off. This will have a very positive effect on your credit score. Some people mistakingly believe that just having a credit card is bad for their credit. Not so. Its better to have one or two cards, use them occasionally and pay them off. ------- The above answer doesn't really answer the question. The answer is that, for most people, it is better to leave it open with zero balance. Your credit score is partially based on how much of your available credit you are currently using. Canceling a card causes these numbers to change for the worse. For example, let's say you have one card with a $5,000 maximum and another card with a $10,000 maximum. If you were carrying $3,000 on the first card, you would be using 20% of your total credit (3000 / (10000+5000)). If you canceled the second card, you would then be using 3000 out of 5000, or 60% of your available credit. One thing to be careful of is leaving cards open that charge an annual fee, such as Rewards programs. If you haven't made any purchases on the card, it's easy to forget about paying it. Having a late payment on your credit report is much worse than just closing the account. The moral is, cut up your credit cards if you want, but canceling the card can actually hurt your credit score. You can close an account by calling the toll free number for Customer Service on the back of the card.
Is it better for your credit to pay all of your balances down to half or pay one or two in full?
Just make sure that your balances are below 30% of the credit limit. For example, if you have a credit card with a limit of $1,000, make sure that you do not leave a balance higher than $300 or lower. This is called utilization ratio and will increase your credit score. Just make sure you leave a little on you credit card to keep a higher score. I recommend that you set the money aside in an account that will allow you to pay off all debt at will but you are leaving a balance because it gives a better score. Source: Credit Bible by Phil Turner.
After canceling my only active credit card how soon should I apply for another credit card without damaging my credit score?
you just hurt your score a little by closing a good account, it is always best to just leave the account open and just keep a zero balance and sock draw the card.
Will your credit rating be affected if you cash a bounced check from someone else?
As long as you pay the bank fee (usually $3-10) and do not allow your account to go into overdraft status, your credit rating is not affected. Even an overdraft does not affect your credit unless your bank account is closed and you leave an outstanding overdraft balance due. At that point, the debt will likely be reported to credit bureaus, resulting in a drop in your credit scores.
What is the swift code for Qantas staff credit union?
they dont have one U need to go through westpac first (swift code WPACAU2S) and include westpac account number and leave instructions to transfer the money to ur qantas credit union account number and name
