Brick x Brick: Navigating Real Estate, Finances, and Life for Women28 Nov 2024

Episode 15: Credit Building 101 - Secrets to Boost Your Score with Sarah Astles

In this episode of Brick x Brick, Roxann Klepper sits down with Sarah Astles, an experienced mortgage broker from The Mortgage Group, to dive into the world of credit. Sarah explains the importance of credit in securing loans, mortgages, and other financial opportunities, emphasizing how a strong credit history demonstrates trustworthiness to lenders. From understanding credit scores—ranging from 300 to 900—to tips on building or repairing credit, Sarah breaks down the essentials. She covers practical strategies, like maintaining low balances on credit cards and ensuring timely payments, while also highlighting common pitfalls, such as high utilization rates and unresolved disputes. Whether you're starting fresh or rebuilding, Sarah offers actionable advice to improve your financial standing. Listeners are encouraged to monitor their credit regularly and stay informed, with Sarah’s expertise just a call away for further guidance.

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE

• Understanding Credit Scores

• Building and Repairing Credit

• Monitoring Credit Health

TODAY’S GUEST

Sarah Astles, Mortgage Broker

The Mortgage Group

https://sarahastles.ca/

403-704-3674

mortgages@sarahastles.ca

HELPFUL LINKS

• Credit Karma Canada - https://www.creditkarma.ca/

• Equifax Canada - https://www.equifax.ca/personal/

• Your home might be worth more than you think. Request your FREE Market Evaluation here: https://www.roxyk.ca/home-evaluation

PODCAST

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WHERE TO FIND ROXY

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoxyKRealEstate

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxklepper/?hl=en

Website: https://www.roxyk.ca

Email: roxann@roxyk.ca

Phone: 403-872-4546

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