 TITLE: 7 Ways to Make Money Fast CONTENT: Work on Your Credit to Leverage It in the Future\n------------------------------------------------\nThe better shape your credit history is in, the easier it will be to use it during financial emergencies to get access to cash when you need it and have no other options. If your credit score needs some work, take some time to improve it so you can be prepared for a future rainy day.\nSome tips to help you include:\n*   Pay your bills on time every month and get caught up on past-due payments.\n*   Work on paying down your credit card balances.\n*   Avoid closing old credit cards if possible.\n*   Apply for credit only when you need it.\n*   Check your credit report for potential fraud and dispute inaccuracies to have them removed or corrected.\n*   Get added as an authorized user on a family member's credit card account if it has a positive history.\nAs you work to improve your credit, Experian's credit monitoring service can help you stay on top of your score. This free platform provides you with access to your FICO® Score powered by Experian data, real-time alerts about new inquiries and accounts, an online dispute tool and more. END