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A better timeframe for you to look at is twelve months, since late payments are noted by month that far back. If you are young, obtain a credit card, using it only for amounts you can afford to pay at the end of the month. Late fees and fees for going over the limit can become a neverending debt load. Also, if you are looking at a loan, timely payment of your rent is a big part of your credit worthiness. You should look at your credit report to be sure all accounts on there are yours and follow up if they are not. If you have long-standing credit accounts, leave them open, but do not use them. This will increase your available credit that you are managing. Avoid co-signing for loans since the loan payment history will follow you. If there is a loan from a ex-spouse that is delinquent, consider paying it off to end the late payments on your report. Finally, having a downpayment on expensive items is a wise choice.

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