Credit Roadmaps Library
Choose the roadmap that matches where your business is today—and follow a clear, proven sequence forward.
Stop guessing. Follow a simple, step-by-step path from first tradelines → stronger payment history → funding readiness.
This library organizes the business credit journey into structured phases. Each roadmap shows you what to focus on now, what comes next, and when you’re ready to move forward—so you’re never guessing or applying too early.
How to Use the Credit Roadmaps Library
🧭 Start Where You Are
Select the roadmap that matches your current stage—not where you want to be yet.
🧱 Follow the Sequence
Each roadmap builds on the previous phase to improve approval odds and credibility.
📈 Move Forward With Confidence
Progress only after milestones are complete, not based on guesswork or speed.
Best Practice Callout:
⭐ Best practice: Credit rewards consistency and timing. Skipping steps often causes denials or stalled growth.
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Foundation Roadmap
Phase: Week 1–2
Goal: Make your EIN and business profile credit-ready.
Description:
This roadmap focuses on fundability basics—business identity setup, EIN alignment, and banking consistency—so your business is viewed correctly before applying anywhere.
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Vendor Tier Roadmap
Phase: Month 1–2
Goal: Establish reporting payment history.
Description:
Learn how vendor credit works, how tiers progress, and how early payments and pacing help your business build credibility month by month.
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Store & Fleet Roadmap (Month 2–4)
Phase: Month 2–4
Goal: Strengthen your credit profile responsibly.
Description:
Move beyond starter vendors into retail and fleet-style accounts—only when your profile supports it—so approvals and limits rise naturally.
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Funding Readiness Roadmap (Month 4+)
Phase: Month 4+
Goal: Prepare for higher-limit and future funding reviews.
Description:
Focus on documentation, clean financials, and lender-facing readiness so your business is positioned for stronger approvals.
Who This Library Is For
💼 Gig Workers & Freelancers
Building EIN-based business credit while earning income through independent or contract work.
🛡️ New LLC Owners
Establishing clean separation between personal credit and business credit from the start.
📈 Small Business Operators
Planning for higher limits, stronger approvals, and long-term business growth.
🧾 Entrepreneurs Using Vendor Credit
Building payment history through vendor accounts and trade lines that report.
Where Credit Roadmaps Fit Inside Credit Growth Academy
Credit Roadmaps provide the strategy and sequence. Tools, checklists, guides, and applications support each phase—but only when the timing is right. This keeps your progress clean, measurable, and lender-ready.
Start With the Right Roadmap
Most businesses begin with the Foundation Roadmap. Starting in the correct phase helps avoid denials and wasted applications.
Important Notes
Roadmaps are educational and do not guarantee approvals
Always verify vendor reporting policies and requirements
Consistency matters: business name, address, phone, and documentation should match everywhere