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Best Way To Repay - Loan or Card first

Hi all,

I am trying to improve credit score by paying down overall debt. I have credit cards almost at max limit. additionally i have loans to pay off too (traditional not payday).

Most are same/similar APR, but in terms of boosting credit score, am I better clearing card balances or loan balances?

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  • rockm87
    rockm87 Posts: 847 Forumite
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    Hi
    Can i ask why you want to improve your credit score?

    maybe you should just focus on being debt free, as credit score doesnt really mean anything.
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  • DCFC79
    DCFC79 Posts: 40,641 Forumite
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    Your improving your credit history NOT your credit score, the history part is what is important and is what lenders see.

    Post the apr% for the cards and loans, im sure someone will help.
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