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10 Ways to Boost Your Credit Score

Establishing a good credit history is important if you want to lock into low interest rates to purchase a home.

1. Pay your bills on time every month and pay down debt

2. Review and dispute inaccuracies on your credit report

3. Don’t close credit cards you no longer use

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4. Don’t assume that student debt is good debt

5. Be careful when opening new accounts

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6. Limit rate shopping for mortgage or auto loan to a small window

7. Always handle your credit responsibly

8. Keep your balances low on your credit cards and other revolving lines of credit

9. Maintain a mix of credit types

10. Don't file bankruptcy or foreclosure



Whether your credit history is heading in the right direction or has veered off
track, these tips will help improve your credit score. 

Results you can count on!

Contact me at 314-336-1962 or www.MichelleGegg.cbp1.com

Michelle Gegg Realtor Associate for Coldwell Banker Premier Group.


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