To effectively build credit in the US, someone can start by getting a credit card and using it responsibly by making on-time payments and keeping their credit utilization low. They can also consider taking out a small loan or becoming an authorized user on someone else's credit card. Regularly checking their credit report and score can help them track their progress and identify areas for improvement.
No. Credit scoring companies in different companies, even if under the same name, do not share credit information from country-to-country due to information privacy laws. You will need to build credit from scratch if moving to the US, however, your Canadian bank can help by providing a reference letter.
If you have a good credit score in the US there are some banks or mortgage compaines that don't require US citizenship. However it would be hard to have a good credit score in the US without citizenship as generally you need a social security number to apply for things like credit cards that build credit.
Someone can watch their score at the Federal Credit Union by visiting the Federal Credit Union website and ordering a copy of their latest credit score. In addition, the Federal Credit Union website has a contact us page where individuals can call the Federal Credit Union to discuss their credit score.
You cannot get a credit card in the US with US credit card companies unless you have a social security number. Since Canadian residents don't have US social security numbers, they do not have access to US credit companies credit cards.
Technically, no. The Canadian credit bureau does not share information with the US credit bureaus. However, a Canadian creditor can certainly check with a US credit bureau to check your credit history.
If you are NOT a US citizen it is very difficult to start an account with any lenders. The only way to build credit initially is to have someone add you as a user, cosign a loan or apply for a secured card using your money as the limit. These methods require a SSN.
No. Credit scoring companies in different companies, even if under the same name, do not share credit information from country-to-country due to information privacy laws. You will need to build credit from scratch if moving to the US, however, your Canadian bank can help by providing a reference letter.
If you have a good credit score in the US there are some banks or mortgage compaines that don't require US citizenship. However it would be hard to have a good credit score in the US without citizenship as generally you need a social security number to apply for things like credit cards that build credit.
By cheque, Money order, direct bank deposit, if they have the facility, by credit card or debit card.
You must be at least 18 years of age to apply for credit in the US. However, you must have a co-signer and/or proof of adequate income. To independently get a credit card you must be 21.
Someone can watch their score at the Federal Credit Union by visiting the Federal Credit Union website and ordering a copy of their latest credit score. In addition, the Federal Credit Union website has a contact us page where individuals can call the Federal Credit Union to discuss their credit score.
You cannot get a credit card in the US with US credit card companies unless you have a social security number. Since Canadian residents don't have US social security numbers, they do not have access to US credit companies credit cards.
Technically, no. The Canadian credit bureau does not share information with the US credit bureaus. However, a Canadian creditor can certainly check with a US credit bureau to check your credit history.
Maybe its because if you say it to someone else its unacceptable!
A credit card requires a contract. Contracts can not be executed with a minor (someone under 18). So you would need a parent or guardian to be a co-applicant or guarantor if you want a credit card.
There were 7,094 credit unions in the US as of 12/31/11.
They are completely seperate, though a US credit bureau can be pulled from Canada and vise versa.