Does Buying a Car Help Your Credit?

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When you're driving away from the dealership in your brand-new car, you're probably not asking yourself, “Does buying a car help your credit score?”

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Let's find out how your credit score could be impacted by signing that car loan.

Top Ways Buying a Car Affects Your Credit

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Hard Inquiry

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Acquiring Debt

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Making Timely Payments

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Managing Your Credit Mix

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