Archives: 2009 March
Getting Your Free Credit Rating Online
March 27th, 2009, 3 Comments
It is recommended that you get your free credit rating on a regular bases, but particularly before making a big financial or personal move. With online services, it is easy to see your credit score and your report easily. You’ll get the information you need to help you see where you stand on the credit [...]
Check Credit History and See Your Score
March 26th, 2009, No Comments
When you check your credit history online, it’s important to realize that this does not necessarily mean you will be able to see your credit score. The actual number that represents your creditworthiness is different than your credit history, which is the information that is listed on your credit report. Your credit report includes information, [...]
Credit Bureau Dispute – How to Win
March 25th, 2009, No Comments
Did you know that nearly one in four credit reports contain errors that could be unnecessarily damaging your credit score? An effective credit bureau dispute will not only eliminate errors, but it is entirely possible to remove the negative items from your file that are factual. While there are laws in place that require credit [...]
How to Read Credit Report
March 24th, 2009, No Comments
Need to figure out how to read your credit report? At first glance it may seem like a complicated and confusing document, but once you know what you’re looking for, it really is quite simple to translate. In short, your credit report should accurately show the history of your financial accounts, previous addresses, and employers [...]
Need to Rent with Bad Credit? Here’s How…
March 23rd, 2009, No Comments
Unfortunately, most people don’t realize that it can be tough to rent with bad credit. Landlords have a tight budget and one missed payment on their apartment or lease can make their investment property unprofitable. That’s why the law allows landlords to turn away potential tenants because of a bad credit score. In addition to [...]
Understanding Your Business Credit Score
March 22nd, 2009, 1 Comment
Just as you should review your personal credit score and report regularly, your small business credit score is one of the most important pieces of financial information your business has. The business credit score is your financial report card and will determine if and how much credit will be extended to you, and can be [...]
Get Your Instant Online Credit Report
March 19th, 2009, No Comments
The are some things to know before you request your instant online credit report. For one, you want to be sure you are not requesting the information from a scam website. Be sure it is verified and comes from a legitimate credit report and score provider. Unfortunately scam artist know are very sneaky and may [...]
Bad Credit Auto Refinancing
March 16th, 2009, 2 Comments
Should you consider bad credit auto refinancing for the car that you own? Getting a new loan can reduce your rate and help you save hundreds of dollars, but are you sure you know the risks as well as the benefits? Let’s look at some of the instances when you should consider refinancing your car [...]
