A DeWitt County financial coach is highlighting some of the things that go into a credit score and raising awareness about improving our credit scores.

Connie Unruh with DeWitt County TRIAD and the TS Institute in Clinton says this is becoming a popular topic lately. She points out, the number one way to maintain a healthy credit score is to pay your bills on time.

According to Unruh, another large portion of your credit score is the amounts owed. She explains creditors want to see that you are using your credit and are paying it. 

Another 15-percent of your credit score is the length of history along with types of credit used and then new credit. Unruh explains self-control can be key if you have a credit card open to trying to lengthen that history.

There's a lot more to discuss when it comes to credit scores and things to consider and ways to improve our credit scores. We'll hear more from Unruh in the days ahead on Regional Radio News.