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How to read a credit report
Your credit report is a detailed record of your credit history and the accuracy of those details is important. Here’s what to look for when reviewing your credit report.
8 min read Mar 27, 2024 -
How credit inquiries affect your credit score
Here’s how to manage your credit applications to keep your credit score high.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
Goodwill letters: How to get late payments removed from your credit report
Goodwill letters can convince creditors to remove late payments from your credit report.
6 min read Mar 22, 2024 -
How to protect your deceased loved one’s credit after death
Freezing a loved one’s credit after death is an important step to prevent fraud and take stock of open accounts.
6 min read Mar 22, 2024 -
Can closed accounts be removed from your credit report?
Closed accounts listed on your credit report are removed after a set amount of time – depending on the status.
7 min read Mar 21, 2024 -
7 reasons your credit card was declined — and how you can respond
Prevent rejection at the register by looking out for these common reasons credit cards are declined.
8 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
What is considered a bad credit score?
A bad credit score can adversely impact you, but you don’t have to live with it.
6 min read Feb 27, 2024 -
How requesting a credit limit increase affects your credit
Getting a boost to your credit line can be helpful for your credit score and wallet, but you should make some decisions before calling your issuer.
8 min read Jan 17, 2024 -
Is no credit better than bad credit?
No credit and bad credit can both disrupt your goals, but which one is better?
5 min read Dec 15, 2023 -
8 different types of credit cards
A variety of cards on the market meet specific needs. How do you choose a suitable card?
6 min read Dec 14, 2023