By Suzy Vanstrusen on Feb 10, 2010 in Credit Repair Articles | 0 Comments
If you have just been denied credit by a lender, you should immediately check your personal credit report to make sure that unauthorized charges are not the reason why your application did not get approved. Also, if you recently received a call from a lender or a credit card Issuer informing you about past due charges that you do not know about, there is a possibility that you have been a victim of Identity theft. What should you do?
By Suzy Vanstrusen on Feb 3, 2010 in Credit Repair Articles | 0 Comments
In the past years, various methods of credit scoring were used to calculate individual credit score. It used to be that credit score was mostly determined by the number of credit cards owned, the frequency of credit card charges, and the cardholder’s capability to pay off these charges. Consequently, those who do not own credit cards may be regarded as a poor candidate for credit. As a result, people who cannot qualify for loans may have little choice but to seek out subprime lenders.
By Suzy Vanstrusen on Oct 28, 2009 in Credit Repair Articles | 3 Comments
Pin ItEveryone knows that a higher credit score is better. Does that mean you have strive for the perfect score? Is it really possible to ace the FICO scoring system? Understanding the FICO Scoring System The FICO model is the most widely used scoring system in the US. It used by the three major credit [...]
By Suzy Vanstrusen on Oct 25, 2009 in Credit Repair Articles | 0 Comments
Pin ItIt’s not just when you are applying for a loan or credit card that you need an impressive credit history. Good credit rating is also an advantage if you are a tenant trying to find a new home, if you are looking for employment or when getting an insurance policy. This article focuses on [...]
By Suzy Vanstrusen on Sep 22, 2009 in Credit Repair Articles | 3 Comments
Pin ItYour credit report plays a big role on how lenders and creditors view you as a client. Your application can get approved or rejected depending on the information contained in your report. In this article, let’s discuss some of the basic things that people should know about personal credit reports. What details can you [...]