May 5, 2008

Improve your credit score before it’s too late

Your credit score is everything these days. Maybe you are just one of those individuals that would rather not know what is on your credit report. Let’s assume you just got laid off, and now you have to find a job. Guess what employers are doing now, they are pulling your credit report to determine your risk. Typically people with good credit are not going to steal; they seem to have their life in order, etc……according to corporate companies. So if you have had some bumps and bruises on your credit report this is the time to get a recent copy of your free credit score report and start working on your credit. Here are some pointers on what is needed to increase your FICO score.Secured Credit CardsIf you don’t have any credit and your current credit report is littered with collections and charge offs, you will need to establish new credit. Yes I know credit cards are evil, but they are a necessary evil these days. I would recommend getting some secured credit cards with Orchard Bank. They are a credit card bank with low fees, and typically require a $200.00 deposit into there account to secure the card. […]

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