Will Secured Credit Cards Hurt My Credit?

Will Secured Credit Cards Hurt My Credit?

Credit cards are an essential tool for many everyday transactions, from making travel arrangements to paying for goods and services. They are also a key factor in building a good credit score, which is necessary for obtaining loans, mortgages, and other forms of...
Disputing Derogatory Credit:  How To Do It Correctly

Disputing Derogatory Credit: How To Do It Correctly

Nearly 80% of all credit reports contain errors of some kind. Recent studies also indicate that about one-fourth of these reports contain mistakes so egregious that applicants could actually be denied credit! But, isn’t disputing derogatory credit complicated or...

Sample Credit Dispute Letter

Your NameYour AddressYour City, State Zip CodeDateName of Credit Reporting AgencyDispute DepartmentAddressCity, State Zip CodeRe: (Social Security Number & Date of Birth)Dear Sir or Madam:I am writing to dispute the following information in my file: (Identify...
Five Factors That Affect Your Credit Score

Five Factors That Affect Your Credit Score

Consider these five factors when trying to improve your credit score… Payment History Payment History has a 35% impact. Paying debt on time and in full has a positive impact, and late payments, judgments and charge-offs have a negative impact.  Never pay...
Beginner’s Roadmap to Good Credit Scores

Beginner’s Roadmap to Good Credit Scores

Before we talk about improving your credit score, let’s make sure we’re on the same page regarding what a credit score is.  You’ve more than have heard of these three companies at one time or another:  Experian, Trans Union & Equifax.  These are the...