Ep 30: How Travel Points Affect Your Credit Score

Ever wonder how your pursuit of travel points might be impacting your credit score? In this episode, we're diving deep into the relationship between earning travel points and your credit score. We’ll break down the components that make up your credit score and how applying for new credit cards, managing balances, and maximizing rewards can influence it. Whether you’re a seasoned points collector or just getting started, this episode will help you understand the balance between boosting your travel game and maintaining a healthy credit score.

What You’ll Learn:

• The key factors that make up your credit score and how they’re calculated
• How opening new credit cards to earn travel points can affect your credit score
• Tips for managing your credit cards to maintain or even improve your credit score
• Common misconceptions about credit scores and travel points
• Actionable steps to ensure your credit score remains strong while maximizing travel rewards

Links & Resources:

• Learn how to pick the right travel credit card for your goals with my free guide: https://pointstooparadise.ck.page/66263402f7
• ESCAPE 1:1 program Escape | Points Too Paradise (teachable.com)
• Connect with Megan on Instagram: Travel on Points | Points To Paradise | Megan Lanford (@pointstooparadise) • Instagram photos and videos
• Best Credit Card Offers: Best Offers for Points Too Paradise (travelfreely.com)