 Did you know a negative credit score can hurt your military career? Your credit score is generally a number between 350 and 850. This number helps measure your risk as a borrower or how likely it is that you'll pay your debt. The higher the number, the better your score. Nearly 61% of security claimances are pulled due to financial reasons. If you need to improve your credit, there's a few steps you can take. Find out what your score is. If there's data on your credit report that's not yours, there are procedures in place to help fix these errors. Use your line of credit responsibly to maintain good financial health. Contact your service providers to schedule automatic payments to ensure that your bills are always paid on time. For more information on credit and managing your finances, visit your Fleet and Family Support Center.