Managing Credit, pts 1 & 2

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A key factor influencing credit scores is: Recent inquiries, Monthly expenses, Martial status, Education level

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Recent inquiries

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All of the following are part of a credit report EXCEPT: Spending Habits, Loan Repayment, Credit Limit Utilization, Current Credit Inquiries

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Spending Habits

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A cosigner on a loan can help by:

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Boosting approval odds

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Which of the following is TRUE about a credit report?
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It is a complete history of one type of credit you have
Credit reports are maintained by the 5 main credit bureaus
You can get a copy of your credit report for free
You can get a credit report only when you're 21 years old

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You can get a copy of your credit report for free

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Which of the following does NOT contribute to your credit score?
Your payment history,
Which banks issued your credit cards,
Your debt-to-credit ratio,
Length of credit history

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Which banks issued your credit cards

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Establishing credit early can help with: Quick loan approvals, Higher credit card limits, Avoiding yearly credit checks, Getting better interest rates

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Getting better interest rates

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Why might older individuals typically have higher credit scores?

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They have longer credit histories.

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How often should you check your credit report for errors?

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At least once a year

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Using the debt snowball method, you make...

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minimum payments on large loans; pay extra on small loans

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When applying for a loan, why might a lender be interested in your credit score?

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To set the loan's interest rate and terms based on risk.