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The best advice is to get a copy of your current credit report. This will show you a bounty of information such as any money still due, money that companies have written off etc. If your open accounts still reflect a balance, paying them off will help your credit score. A free credit report is available once a year from all three credit bureaus at annualcreditreport.com.

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Can someone who has bad credit still get a credit card?

If an individual has bad credit it will be extremely difficult to get a credit card anywhere. However, some companies will offer credit cards with very low limits. Don't expect to get a credit card with more than a $200-$300 credit limit. Also be prepared to pay a huge interest rate.


Why one should have credit card?

There is no good reason for having a credit card (If you only want to spend the money you own), The only reason that a card may be handy is to help cope with online purchaces and this can now be covered by a debit card. Another good reason is to build up good credit, it looks much better in the eyes of a credit company to be someone who uses credit and pays it back in a timely fashion, than be someone who has never used it. It's not realistic to expect to buy a car, or house entirely out of your own pocket these days, you're going to need a loan, mortgage, etc, and that means opening a line of credit with someone who will look at your credit history first.


What to expect after foreclosure?

You can expect to have a big hit on your credit rating. This will last as long as 5-7 years unless you hire a professional to rebuild your credit. You will most likely not be able to qualify for a home loan for at least that time.


How do you credit card a girl?

I expect that there are red light districts where this happen all the time.


What is the average limit on student credit cards?

If you're new to the credit game, and have a limited credit history, you will generally get a limit of $300 - $1500. I wouldn't expect much more than $1500.

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Where can someone find information about Experian Credit reporting?

A person can expect to find information about the company of Experian Credit Reporting by going to the companies website and clicking on the about section.


What rates should one expect when looking for car loans for a person with bad credit?

For someone with bad credit rating, he/she can expect to get interest rates anywhere between 7 to 18% on their car loan. In some instances, the rates can go as high as 24%.


What does fedex look for on background checks?

You could expect that it would be the same as a federal employee or mail carrier. Criminal records, verifying employment from your application and, possibly a credit check would be part of it.


Can someone who has bad credit still get a credit card?

If an individual has bad credit it will be extremely difficult to get a credit card anywhere. However, some companies will offer credit cards with very low limits. Don't expect to get a credit card with more than a $200-$300 credit limit. Also be prepared to pay a huge interest rate.


What could happen if one were to write a fake check?

Writing fake checks is a criminal offense punishable by law. People have been prosecuted for attempting to cash checks involved in scams. If the person is writing the fake checks, then they can expect it to be much worse for them.


Why one should have credit card?

There is no good reason for having a credit card (If you only want to spend the money you own), The only reason that a card may be handy is to help cope with online purchaces and this can now be covered by a debit card. Another good reason is to build up good credit, it looks much better in the eyes of a credit company to be someone who uses credit and pays it back in a timely fashion, than be someone who has never used it. It's not realistic to expect to buy a car, or house entirely out of your own pocket these days, you're going to need a loan, mortgage, etc, and that means opening a line of credit with someone who will look at your credit history first.


If I am injured on someone's property what can I expect from the home owners insurance?

Expect nothing, get an attorney...


What to expect after foreclosure?

You can expect to have a big hit on your credit rating. This will last as long as 5-7 years unless you hire a professional to rebuild your credit. You will most likely not be able to qualify for a home loan for at least that time.


Does guitar center sell used gear?

Yes, they do. It's all on hand, however, don't expect to make much. Heck, you would actually be one lucky person to make a profit. Don't expect to get much money.


As a first time home buyer, how much can I expect to save with the new tax credit?

You can expect to save up to $1000 for your first purchase


When do you exceed expectations?

When you expect too much out of something, or someone that can't handle nor do what you expect.


Whatpresident said if a country expect to be ignorant and free it expect what never was and what never will be?

Thomas Jefferson.