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Are Free Credit Reports a Scam? While it is true that many companies offering a free credit report are hoping you will buy some of their other financial services, the credit reports they offer are usually legitimate, and you are under no obligation to purchase anything. Read on below to learn the potential costs of having a poor credit score, chances are there are some things listed here that will really surprise you...
Here are some reasons you need to know your credit score... 1. Save Money Obtaining free credit reports improves your leverage when negotiating mortgage or car loan payments. If you have a poor credit score you could end up paying thousands of dollars more in interest payments. Understanding what your credit score is, and the factors that go into it, is the first step in understanding how to improve your score and lower your future loan payments. 2. Improve Your Chances of Getting a Job The Society for Human Resources Management has reported that 35% of employers check a job applicants credit history as part of the hiring process. You need to be aware that even if you haven't been interested in your credit score in the past, other people may have been, and it can affect your financial future in ways you may not have anticipated. 3. Lower Your Insurance Costs Some insurance companies have figured out that people with low credit scores have a higher liklihood of making claims than similar individuals with higher credit scores. This means you could very well find yourself paying higher insurance premiums if you have a low credit score. 4. Lower Your Rent Costs, Improve Your Chances of Having Your Rental Application Accepted It is true, some landlords will check the credit score of rental applicants, and if your score is low, you may end up not getting the rental property you want. Or if you do get the rental, you may be required to pay a larger deposit, or have a co-signer on the lease. A free credit report is the first step in gaining control over all these factors in your life. Click the image below (or this link) to get your hands on your free credit report ... Copyright © 2009 FREE--CREDIT-REPORTS.ORG
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