Countdown to a better credit score

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We’re hoping to buy our first house later this year, and we’re wondering what we should be doing over the next few months to improve our credit.

Paying your bills on time has the biggest impact, so be particularly careful not to miss any deadlines before you apply for the mortgage. The following strategies aren’t as obvious but can also make a big difference.

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