What are some of the ways a person can improve a bad credit score?

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Explanation:

1. Pay your bills on time

2. Get credit for making utility and cell phone payments on time

3. Pay off debt and keep balances low on credit cards and other revolving credit

4. Apply for and open new credit accounts only as needed

5. Don't close unused credit credit cards

6. Don't apply for too much new credit

7. Dispute any inaccuracies on your credit reports

It will depend on how bad your credit score is to know how long it will take to boost your credit score.

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