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What credit score do you start with?
Learn what credit score you start with and how to build good credit from scratch.
6 min read Apr 26, 2024 -
How length of credit history affects your credit score
Length of credit history is a minor credit score factor, but still packs a punch.
4 min read Apr 26, 2024 -
Top credit-building apps of 2024
Credit-building apps can help you improve your credits quickly and easily.
9 min read Apr 24, 2024 -
How to determine financial needs vs wants
Knowing your financial needs and wants is important for your budget.
5 min read Apr 19, 2024 -
What is my credit score if I have no credit history?
Read on to learn what having no credit history means in practical terms and what steps you can take to build credit.
5 min read Apr 17, 2024 -
How to build credit fast
Know what steps to take to improve your credit score fast.
7 min read Apr 11, 2024 -
What is considered a fair credit score?
Having fair credit is much better than having poor credit, in terms of financial opportunities—but building your credit score up to good or excellent will provide access to better credit cards, lower [...]
6 min read Apr 11, 2024 -
What do the different versions of FICO scores mean?
What are the different types of FICO credit scores?
5 min read Apr 11, 2024 -
Can anyone check my credit without permission?
The FCRA outlines who can check your credit report and why.
6 min read Apr 09, 2024 -
How to unfreeze credit if you lose your PIN
Credit bureaus no longer require PINs to unfreeze credit reports.
4 min read Apr 05, 2024