Thanks to the knowledge I've gained from these forums and the baddies I have been able to get removed so far, today I was instantly approved for an Apple Financing Visa! I was hesitant to apply, as I still have two unpaid collections, but since my scores went up thanks to utilization decreasing in a card and two new cards opened in the past month, I went online and pulled the trigger. At $2,000, it is now my highest CL.. I have a Victorias Secret card and Cap1 with $500 limits. The Cap1 currently has a pending CLi request, so we will see what happens there. I called for a recon, since I plan to purchase a Mac that will come to $1899 or so total and I didn't want to max it out..only request $500 more, but was denied. They want to see how I use this card first since its my highest limit. On my way to rebuilding and I couldn't be more excited! Next goal is an Amex but after I get rid of my remaining baddies and pay down this card...or should I apply now? Thanks again to all for these posts, I would not be here today if it weren't for all the helpful advice!
My TU FAKO is 681
Starting Score: EQ FICO 566 09/30/13Current Score: EQ FICO 688 3/10/14 TU FICO 680 3/10/14 (Barclaycard) EX FICO 691 1/12/14 (LP)Goal Score: 700My Wallet: Capital One $1500 / Wells Fargo $1600 / J Crew $2050 / Victoria's Secret $2300 / Barclay Apple Financing Visa $2500 / Discover It $1700 / Home Depot $1100 / Delta Skymiles AmEx $1000