Archive for May 2009

What does transfering money to your credit card account do?

Brandon S asked: Obviously you pay off a credit card bill with a check or using bill pay through your bank. I have a credit card account through Wells Fargo, and I notice that when I choose to transfer money from my checking account to one of my other Wells Fargo accounts, I can [...]

How do you improve your credit score if you have poor credit and new accounts?

La Sona J asked: I have alot of derogatory items on my credit that I actually need to take care of. I have opened some new credit card accounts since I have never had credit cards before. What is the best way to improve my score so that I am not such a [...]

How much of the available credit on your credit card should you spend?

Iamready! asked: If your wanting to show that your responsible with your credit cards to the credit bureaus and that your are someone that other credit card companies, loan people, and any other lenders want to have as a client. Thanks!!!!

What will my credit report show if I choose to settle an old credit card account with a debt collector?

Bear E asked: I would like to settle a few closed credit accounts that have been charged off and bought out by debt collectors. The collection agency is offering me a discounted rate to pay off this account. If I choose this option, will my credit report eventually show this account closed and paid off, [...]

How can i get some credit when i have horrible credit?

Anna L asked: I need to rebuild my credit really really bad iv paid off most all the negative things on it but it didn’t help my score out any. I need to get a line of credit or something to rebuild my credit I need help or suggestions. Are there any good credit cards [...]

What is the best credit score monitoring site?

tabulator32 asked: What is the best website for subscribing and getting updates to my credit as I strive to improve my credit rating.
I know there are a lot of them out there. I just want a relatively inexpensive one that shows me my credit rating.
Thanks!

What is a good credit card to apply for if you have bad credit?

Diane L asked: I am paying off bills and I closed all of my card accounts. What is a good, easy and cheap card to reopen my credit with? My credit is not good.

Best way to learn about and establish good credit?

David asked: I want to learn about all the factors considered when a credit agency determines your credit score. I do not have any credit and would like to establish some credit. I do not have any bad credit either. I have already tried applying for a credit card, dell computer card, sams card, and [...]

What is the lowest possible fixed APR you can get for a credit card?

SMH asked: I talking about excellent credit with atleast five years of credit history, no blemishes what soever, and someone with a high credit rating. I am just kind of wondering what kind of offers does good credit get you, especially compared to people with bad credit? What kind of APR can you get with [...]

What is a good credit card to start out with if you want to build your credit?

Christy K asked: I have no credit and I am having a hard time getting approved becuase of it. Just wondering what kind of credit card I could get approved for that isnt ripping me off with fees.