by Kirkpatrick I got a new card 4 months ago, and my spouse got one last month – just for groceries. We’re currently applying for a mortgage. We both have mid 700 score. Just wondering if those new CCs can …
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by Dustin Hi, I’m considering applying for a Graduate Plus Loan (GradPlus). Does anyone know if they’re based on score alone, or do they also check negatives? I do have 90+ late from BOA from five month ago, but there’s …
by Ben I know that low credit utilization is critical, but what is the ideal utilization? 1%-9% is ideal (certain limitations apply) by: Tracy You won’t find it in written in the Fico formula, but the common conception is that …
by Tori I’m in college and trying to get an apartment with 3 other friends. The problem is that there will be a credit check, and my score is around 580. I have 2 student loans that I don’t start …
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