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Although itās disappointing, there are a few common reasons why a credit application might be unsuccessful.
Lenders are very experienced at assessing the eligibility of borrowers, typically considering:
If youāve little or no experience with credit, even if you have a good income, your credit score may be low, simply because thereās little to indicate how well youāll manage borrowing and repayments.
You could have a better chance of being offered credit if youāre employed and/or have a regular income, or have money left over from any disability benefits.
Managing money and bills can be hard enough, without also having debts to repay. Lenders may check what you can reasonably afford, based on your income, outgoings and existing borrowing.
Lenders usually keep records about accounts youāve held with them in the past, including information about how well theyāve been managed. Things like late payments can affect your eligibility.
As living costs rise, keeping on top of your money might be worrying. We can help you manage your payments and provide some useful tips and tools.