How to Raise Your Credit Scores

The behavior of a consumer is prone to change. When a company makes an inquiry, what they get is a “snapshot” of your situation. When you open a charge account, miss a payment, or pay your debt, your score changes. Although the number keeps changing, you need to know what your score is at a particular time and how you can increase it. Each section of credit information carries a different weight when it comes to calculating your credit score.

35% payment history

This is very important as it contributes the largest share. Underpayments, missed payments, late payments, and other related issues are included in this section. Creditors report this kind of information differently (some 10 days after the due date, some after you have missed two payments, etc.). Get to know how your creditor reports information.

30% outstanding debt

You have a credit limit and you are the determinant of that limit. Your outstanding debt is calculated against unused credit and used to come up with a credit score. Many credit cards increase your credit limit (if you do not use up the available credit).

15% length of credit history

Keeping your account for a long period of time boosts your credit score. The most important thing is to pay off your balances and avoid closing accounts. If you…