 TITLE: Is It Possible to Pay Credit Cards With a Student Loan? CONTENT: Monitor Your Credit as You Pay Down Debt\n----------------------------------------\nYour credit score is an important indicator of your overall credit health, and building a good or excellent credit score can help you qualify for better credit cards and loans with lower interest rates in the future.\nAs you pay down your credit card debt, it's crucial to avoid missing any payments. If you're late on a bill by 30 days or more, the card issuer will typically report it to the credit bureaus, and your credit score may drop significantly.\nIn addition to paying on time every month, make sure to monitor your credit to understand how your actions are affecting your score, and whether there are other areas you can address to improve it.\nWith Experian's free credit monitoring tool, you'll get free access to your Experian credit report and your FICO® Score☉ powered by Experian data. You'll also get real-time updates about certain changes to your report, including new inquiries, new accounts and changes to your personal information.\nAs you work to pay down debt and continue to practice good credit habits, you'll be able to build your credit history and put yourself in a better position to get affordable financing in the future when you need it. END