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Credit Tips. Having poor credit is tough, which can subject you to a great amount of stress and pressure. Do not feel down about it, you can turn around your credit faster than you think. First, change how you view your life. Second, always have a positive outlook. The following steps help you with both as well as turn you credit around.
“Always have a positive outlook, it will help you utilize these Credit Tips”
-Douglas Latimer
Credit Tip #1 Payoff Outstanding Debts
Determine if any of the negative results on your credit report is due to outstanding debts. This will be your first priority. You should repay these outstanding debts as soon as possible and it is ideal for you to focus on paying those debts that have the highest interest rates first.
Credit Tip #2 Consolidate your Debts
If you think that your debts has ballooned too much for you to be able to handle, then it is wise to avail of the services of groups that offer credit counseling. With their help, draw up a plan to consolidate your debts. By having a debt consolidation plan, your monthly bills can decrease by as much as 35%.
Credit Tip #3 Minimize Borrowing
Minimize the use of your credit cards if you cannot stop using them altogether. Try to minimize any other borowing as well. This will greatly contribute to the improvement of your credit rating.
Credit Tip #4 Pay your bills on time
Besides having a debt consolidation plan, you should also change your lifestyle and strive to pay all your obligations on time. Your rent, mortgages, and utilities should be maintained regularly. Having a savings account is also a big boost to your efforts.
Credit Tip #5 Apply for New Credit
Getting a new credit card will increase your credit score by lowering your total credit utilization rate as long as you do not use the new cards.. Use this credit card only to build your available credit.
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