Guide To Raise Credit Score

August 25, 2009

Now that economic times are hard, people are wondering what separates a good score from an average one. And more importantly, they want to know what score they should have to easily qualify for loans when the need arises.

Well, the answer is that on the three-digit scale that indicates an individual’s credit worthiness, 750 is considered outstanding. People with this type of score should have no problem qualifying for loans and mortgages. They will also get some of the best rates available. A good score (or above average credit score) is between 680 and 720. Lenders will typically be willing to lend you money, but you may not qualify for the best rates. In general, though, you shouldn’t have a problem being extended new lines of credit.

Average scores fall between 650 and 680. A bad score is anything below 620, which usually earns people a “high risk” label and makes it very difficult to obtain credit, especially without an outrageous interest rate that comes with it. Having a good score is important because it affects the overall amount that you’re going to pay for most major expenditures in your life.

A good credit score means you’ll be offered mortgage and auto loans with lower interest rates, meaning that you’ll pay less overall during the life of the loan. Car insurance, life insurance, and home insurance may also be impacted by your good credit. A credit score gives lenders an idea of what your financial life looks like, so it is usually a pretty accurate picture.

Aim for a good credit score above 700, and you will probably be pretty happy with your ability to get credit at a reasonable interest rate.

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