Credit Basics
What is credit?
Credit is the reputation you have earned for paying your bills on time that makes it possible for you to receive loans, etc. with the understanding that you will pay for them later.
Can I create a new credit file with a new social security number?
Federal law has made it illegal to use an alternative social security number when applying for credit. By using another social security number and new identification you cause the credit bureaus to generate another report for a person that does not really exist, and then use that new report to obtain credit. One of the problems with this technique is that it requires that you lie on applications for credit, which in most states is a criminal offense.
Does having children affect my credit?
Beginning or extending a family is a life change that puts demands on your credit. It is especially important to take good care of your credit when you take on the added responsibility of children. If you take good care of your credit when your children are young, you will be able to take care of them as they get older.
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