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Why is having a long credit history with a few blemishes that were corrected better than a short history that is clear?
Simply because... with a long credit history, a prospective lender can see how you have operated your credit facility over a considerable period. Nobody's credit history is perfect - everyone has at least 1 or 2 lapses on their record. Having just a short credit history doesn't show 'trends' or patterns of (perhaps) persistent late payments.
What else can I help you with?
What is a credit history?
The credit history of a person is the record of whether this person has paid his or her loans, and how promptly.
How do you build a credit history?
You have to establish credit. One way is to obtain a loan through a furnature store or auto dealer. You purchase an item, and even if you could pay cash, take advantage of 'no interest for three months' or other such items to make payments on the item. This will build up a credit rating. One or two credit cards, (Not dozens!) with prompt pay-offs, is always a good thing. If you are renting through a large property management firm, they may report your rent payments to the credit bureaus.
What does the acronym WOTC stand for?
WOTC is an acronym for the the sentence "Work Opportunity Tax Credit". WOTC is a federal tax credit given to employers to be given to groups that are at high unemployment rates. It is used to help these groups gain the skills and experience needed to obtain better job opportunities.
History of Credit card and Debit card?
Debit cards were introduced in 1977-1978. Master Charge, now called Master Card had a debit card called Signet. Visa's debit card was called Entree.
What year did credit cards begin?
Credit cards came into use in 1951. One of the first credit cards was the Diners Club card and Visa.
Is having no credit better than having bad credit?
Having no credit is generally better than having bad credit because it means you have not yet established a credit history, whereas bad credit indicates a history of not managing credit responsibly.
What is a credit counseler?
A credit counseling agency is a business, or partnership which gives advice on either boosting your credit scores, and expunging credit blemishes from your record.
What is a credit counseling agency?
A credit counseling agency is a business, or partnership which gives advice on either boosting your credit scores, and expunging credit blemishes from your record.
How does one do a credit history check?
One does a credit history check by running a credit report. There are three major credit bureaus which handle this, and the most complete history is obtained by running a report through all three. There are ways to do this for free at least once a year. Once the credit history report is run, then the report should be looked over and any mistakes, particularly ones which reflect badly on the creditor, should be corrected.
How can one get a mortgage with bad credit history?
Although having a good credit history is better when applying for a mortgage it is possible to still get a mortgage with a bad credit history. When getting a mortgage with a bad credit history, one will have to pay a higher interest rate. Show the mortgage lender that you have a good job that will cover your mortgage. If you eliminate all other debt it looks better to the lender and gives one a better chance at getting approved.
When is a co signature required for a car loan?
Whenever the lending institution wants one. Basically, if the primary applicant has no credit history, or a poor credit history, lenders may require that someone with a longer/better credit history cosign.
What is the equifax bumpage and how does it affect credit scores?
The Equifax bumpage refers to a temporary increase in credit scores that some people experience after errors are corrected on their Equifax credit report. This can happen when negative information is removed or corrected, leading to a boost in the individual's credit score.
Is no credit worse than bad credit?
Not having a credit history is better than having a bad credit history. Bad credit is very bad... No credit is good. you are now ready to apply for credit. Start small, like a department store credit card. You must establish credit and use it in order to get a credit rating.
What is better diamond or platinum credit card?
Diamond - you should be making more than 250,000 or should have a nice credit history.
How are credit scores rated and what factors determine a person's credit score?
Credit scores are rated on a scale from 300 to 850, with higher scores indicating better creditworthiness. Factors that determine a person's credit score include payment history, amounts owed, length of credit history, new credit, and types of credit used.
What is the relationship between a credit score and credit report?
A credit score is a numerical representation of a person's creditworthiness, while a credit report is a detailed record of a person's credit history. The credit score is calculated based on the information in the credit report. A higher credit score indicates better creditworthiness, which can lead to better loan terms and interest rates.
Does closing credit cards after you have paid them off go against your credit?
I've read that closing accounts after they've been paid off can actually hurt your credit score. Among the factors considered in calculating your credit score is the length of the credit history you have, so a history of accounts that have been paid on time is better than a recent history of fewer accounts.
