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Credit score impact on obtaining a top secret government security clearance?

Dec 022011

I am in the military and will be applying for a position for which I need a top secret security clearance. A few years ago I mis-managed some of my finances, which ended up hurtin my credit. I have since paid off all the overdue amounts and am current on all my finances, however my credit score itself is still less than desirable. Does the actual credit score have an impact on getting granted a security clearance? Or is it just how much debt you have?

What do my husband and I need to do prepare to buy a house, considering our low credit scores?

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Dec 022011

My husband and I both have low credit scores 550-595 and student loan debt. I am graduating next year with my nursing degree which will significantly increase our income. We know the benefits of owning a home versus renting. We hope to buy a house within a year of me graduating. What do we do [...]

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Lola I never toss out something that can be used by someone else. Push comes to shove I drop it off at the local Salvation Army post where they will make sure it gets to the right people. Do you trash your belongings when you buy new things or do you find someone in need to give them to?
sapphire_tear_z Clothes, if they are in use able condition, are sent to appropriate Charity organizations or to local orphanages. The furniture/TV/ Music system etc. is mostly passed on to whoever needs it around me... Do you trash your belongings when you buy new things or do you find someone in need to give them to?
proudnanny I usually try to donate my used stuff, if it is not in bad shape, but usually I wear my stuff till nobody else would want to wear it. I myself keep about 4 pair of pants, 2 shorts and shirts, one pai... Do you trash your belongings when you buy new things or do you find someone in need to give them to?
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lingua06437 The charge offs will be on your report for seven years after the date you paid them off completely. Short term - your score won't improve. Long term - it will. Also - when you go for a loan in the ... Will my credit card to improve pay medical bills that were delinquent?
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