Preguntas Frecuentes

Does personal credit really affect business loans?

Yes, 82% of small businesses use the owner's personal FICO score for financing. Lenders require guarantees, so scores below 600 mean 70%+ denials. Fix personal first for 52% approval odds.

How long does credit repair for small business take?

Expect 3-6 months for 50-100 point gains. Disputes clear in 30-45 days; tradelines boost in 3 months. Full loan-ready profiles hit 6 months.

Can I repair business credit myself?

Absolutely, pull reports, dispute errors, add vendors like Uline. DIY matches pros legally, per FTC. Pros help with volume, but non-profits offer free wins.

What's the best way to build business credit fast?

Start Tier 1 net-30 vendors (Uline, Grainger), 20-50 point jumps in 3-6 months. Pay early for Paydex 80+. Separate with EIN first.

Are credit repair companies worth it for entrepreneurs?

They dispute aggressively (e.g., Credit Saint $79/month), but no guarantees under CROA. Use for complex cases; DIY or Credit Booster AI covers most.

How do I separate personal and business credit?

Get EIN, open business accounts/cards. Use for vendors reporting to D&B, builds separate profile. Avoids 45% failure risk from mixing.