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How do utility bills affect credit score?

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I live in an apartment with one roommate.
Currently, all of our utility (electricity and internet) accounts are taken under his name and he takes care of paying the bills.

I was wondering if having utility accounts under my name and paying bills on time will improve my credit score.

Please shed some light. Thank you.

Asked by sujitg 3 months ago Flag this Question

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No. Utility bills aren't traditionally used as credit history, unless you let them go into collections.

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Dawnstream 3 months ago

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