Credit Building Fundamentals
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What is a potential advantage of using credit monitoring services?

  • To maintain a clear picture of your credit health (correct)
  • To avoid paying interest on your debts
  • To dispute inaccuracies on your credit report
  • To obtain a detailed report on your FICO score
  • Why is it essential to have a personalized credit building plan?

  • Because credit scores are not affected by financial situation
  • Because credit building plans are only for those with bad credit
  • Because everyone's financial situation is the same
  • Because everyone's financial situation is unique (correct)
  • What is the primary factor affecting your credit score?

  • Budgeting and debt management
  • Payment history (correct)
  • Credit mix
  • Credit utilization ratio
  • What is the recommended level of credit utilization?

    <p>Below 30% of available credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be an excellent way to build credit for those with limited credit?

    <p>Becoming an authorized user on a family member's account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for effectively building and maintaining credit health?

    <p>A comprehensive and dynamic credit building plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of services like Experian Boost?

    <p>To include rent and utility payments in credit reports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to review your credit report from all three major bureaus?

    <p>To identify and dispute inaccuracies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of having a mix of credit types?

    <p>To positively affect your credit score</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is ongoing education important in a credit building plan?

    <p>To stay informed about changes in credit reporting and scoring practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

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