Stop Obsessing Over Your Credit Score

Everyone stresses about their credit score like it’s this magical number that has to be perfect before you can buy a house. ⁠ ⁠ But is it? ⁠ ⁠

It’s not about having an 800. It’s about being in the right 𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗿 so the bank doesn’t overcharge you.⁠ And here’s the part nobody tells you: tiny moves can make a huge difference.⁠ ⁠

💳 Keep your cards under 30% of the limit (if you’ve got a $1,000 limit, don’t carry more than $300).⁠ ⁠

💳Ask for a credit limit increase, then don’t touch it. That alone can lower your utilization overnight.⁠ ⁠

❌Don’t close old accounts — even the dusty card you never use is quietly helping your score.⁠ ⁠

👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼And if you can, get added as an authorized user on someone else’s solid card. Their history helps you.⁠ ⁠

None of this is about perfection. It’s about positioning yourself to bump into the next approval bracket and save money every single month.⁠ ⁠