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How to use your tax refund to boost your credit score
If high credit utilization is weighing down your credit score,…
April 8, 2021
Does having the wrong address on your credit report hurt your score?
Addresses are part of the identifying information in your credit…
April 8, 2021
Will paying down a closed credit card account’s balance help my score?
The credit scoring formula considers a closed card's most recent…
April 1, 2021
Will becoming an authorized user help my credit?
Becoming an authorized user on someone else's credit card can…
March 25, 2021
Will it hurt your credit if you ask your card issuer for help?
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March 18, 2021
When did credit scores start?
The first FICO credit score based on credit bureau data…
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How getting married affects your credit score
If you're planning on taking out a mortgage or other…
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Credit scores range from 300 to 850. But anything above…
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How long does it take to recover from a bankruptcy?
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