Whether you fell prey to the guys handing out credit cards like candy on campus, got carried away on one too many shopping sprees or got hit hard by the recent economic downturn, you’ve probably damaged your credit. You can turn things positive on your credit report by starting with these actions though.
Creating a payment plan and sticking with it is just the first step to getting your credit on the road to repair. You need to make a commitment to changing your spending habits. Only buy what you absolutely need. Put each potential purchase to the test: is it within your means and is it something that you really need?
The first thing you should do when trying to improve your credit is develop an effective plan and make a plan. … Read the rest