{"id":10189,"date":"2020-03-05T20:06:09","date_gmt":"2020-03-06T04:06:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/financer.com\/?p=10189"},"modified":"2023-12-26T08:11:39","modified_gmt":"2023-12-26T16:11:39","slug":"improve-your-credit-score","status":"publish","type":"how_to","link":"https:\/\/financer.com\/personal-finance\/articles\/improve-your-credit-score\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When was the last time you checked your credit score? It’s important for consumers to understand how their credit score is calculated and how long it takes to improve a credit score. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to know how to build credit, read on. Financer.com has compiled a detailed breakdown with eight ways to improve your credit score<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Improve Your Credit Score<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many articles will offer tips to improve a person’s credit score. While the formula is pretty simple in theory, it is more difficult in reality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It takes some self-discipline and new habits. However, it is worth it in the long run. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When applying for financing for investments or property, having good credit<\/a> is imperative. Which of the following actions will improve your credit score? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below are eight steps that will help your number rise in no time at all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Build Credit: 8 Easy Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n

Steps<\/h4>
1. Pay your bills on time<\/a><\/div>
2. Setup automatic payments<\/a><\/div>
3. Review your report<\/a><\/div>
4. Don’t apply for new credit<\/a><\/div>
5. Contact creditors<\/a><\/div>
6. Reduce your credit utilization ratio<\/a><\/div>
7. Pay off your newest debts first<\/a><\/div>
8. Consolidate your debt<\/a><\/div>