Jobs and credit checks

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Jobs and credit checks
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Thu, 09-11-2008 - 7:18pm
Need to increase my income. Especially until D is done. STBX not paying what he could. Do all job applicants have to have a credit check these days? I went out to get applications for a job and the first one had a single page on agreement to let them do a credit check. Is that standard? or just some companies. I am trying to get a loan to make ends meet. The last thing I need are credit checks done on several applications. Geez!!
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Registered: 10-25-2006
Fri, 09-12-2008 - 7:21am

Julie,


Yes, credit checks are becoming more common when applying for a job. Not always but often.


I would suggest you apply for your loan first and then submit job applications. Loan applications are vetted pretty quickly and it will be out of the way.


I'd also suggest you be selective about your job hunt. I've always recommended the book, "What Color Is Your Parachute?" by Richard Bolles. It's an excellent resource for job hunters and career changers. Take his advice and you'll find a good job.


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