Has anyone ever had an issue with a pre-offer background check due to a lower credit score (600s range)? I have high utilization on a 0 APR card and I’m trying to determine if I should pay it down before some PE interviews. I don’t have any unpaid or delinquent accounts.
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they don't even look at that. I am sure if you were a degen declaring bankruptcy or refusing to pay bills they would probably question your character
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