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> [citation needed] http://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/infographic-what-are-the-different-scoring-ranges/ http://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/infographic-what-... At least according to them, 15% of your credit score is based on the length of your credit history. And your credit score can impact lots of things. I'd disagree with the word "immense," but it does seem somewhat useful to have a score >800 or thereabouts, and having a credit history longer than a few years is needed to have a score like that.