Description
Payment history is the single most important factor in your credit score. We show how consistent on-time payments can raise your score, with a real example of a 90-point improvement in just 9 months.
Questions answered in this video:
• How much does payment history affect my credit score?
• Can one missed payment hurt my credit?
• How fast can on-time payments improve my score?
Key takeaways:
• Missing even one payment can cause a significant score drop
• Autopay and calendar reminders are simple tools that can help keep you on track
• Whether you’re building or rebuilding credit, on-time payments are the #1 strategy
Our mission is to empower our members to make financial progress, one step at a time. We believe progress is a journey made easier with help, so we root our content in trusted sources and independent research to give you the knowledge to reach your goals.
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