Tag Archives: Credit Risk

How To Boost Your Credit Score

James H. Dimmitt asked: Years ago your credit score was a big secret, known only to a select few such as your mortgage and credit card companies. In 2000, Fair, Isaac Co., the major supplier of credit scoring software, announced … Continue reading

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How To Get The Highest Credit Score Possible

michaelsenoff asked: From www.hardtofindseminars.com Everyone knows you need a high credit score in order to get a good loan. Its the single most important factor lenders use when determining whether you’re a credit risk or not. But fortunately no matter … Continue reading

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How to Obtain a Free FICO Score Credit Report Online

Zach Ford asked: Your FICO score, calculated by information in your credit report, is one of the most valuable tools in your financial arsenal. FICO (named after Fair Issac Corp, the company that pioneered credit scoring) mathematically calculates your late … Continue reading

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Improve Credit Scores – Ask the Bank to Write One Off

Claire Hendley asked: Did you know that there is an easy way to improve your credit score 20 to 50 points by just writing a letter?If you are a good credit risk, but have made one or two mistakes over … Continue reading

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Credit Score Rating Scale – What You Must Know

Mike Singh asked: All of us at one point or another have to refer to our credit reports. It can be for credit for a new dress, a new car and even a new house. It can be for applying … Continue reading

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Discover Your Equifax Range Of Possible Scores For Credit – Credit Score Inquires Don’t Hurt You

Tim Gorman asked: Consumers with scores below about 620 will pay significantly higher rates and fees to obtain a loan. At a time when financial literacy is a major public policy issue, the educational factor alone warrants a price most … Continue reading

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