π Understanding the Basics
What Affects Your Credit Score? A Breakdown of the 5 Key Factors
FICO vs. VantageScore: Whatβs the Difference and Why It Matters
π Action Plan: Week-by-Week Strategy
Week 1: Pull Your Credit Report & Identify the Damage
Week 2: Dispute Errors Like a Pro β How to Write and Send Dispute Letters
Week 3β4: Pay Down Credit Cards Strategically (The Credit Utilization Hack)
Week 5: Become an Authorized User β The Fastest Way to Add Good History
Week 6β7: Negotiate With Creditors β How to Settle Without Hurting Your Score
Week 8: Build New Credit β Secured Cards, Credit Builder Loans & More
Week 9: Automate Payments and Set Alerts to Stay On Track
Week 10β12: Monitor Progress and Adjust β What to Expect Month to Month
π‘ Tips, Tricks & Tools
5 Common Mistakes That Keep Your Credit Score Low
Credit Utilization: The One Metric You Need to Master
How Credit Inquiries Really Affect Your Score
Free & Paid Tools to Track Your Credit Score in Real Time
How to Use Credit Cards to Boost, Not Break, Your Score
π§ Mindset & Habits
Changing Your Money Mindset: Think Like Someone With an 800+ Score
Credit Repair vs. Credit Building β Why You Need Both
π― Success Stories / Case Studies
From 550 to 700: Real Stories of People Who Did It in 90 Days
What I Learned From Fixing My Credit in 3 Months
π Advanced Tactics
Rapid Rescore: What Is It and Can It Help You?
Should You Hire a Credit Repair Company or DIY? Pros and Cons