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4 ways to boost your credit score pronto
If you need your loan ASAP, learn how to boost your credit score at breakneck speed.
3 min read Sep 13, 2017 -
Credit monitoring alone won’t protect you from identity theft
There’s no silver bullet to stop fraud. Here’s how to make the bad guys’ job harder.
3 min read Sep 12, 2017 -
Protect yourself with a fraud alert on your credit report
A fraud alert makes it difficult for ID thieves to open accounts in your name.
3 min read Sep 08, 2017 -
Aim high! How to get your credit score above the 700 mark
Here are a few simple tips to push your credit score to new heights.
2 min read Aug 15, 2017 -
What is an excellent credit score?
No matter what your credit score is today, you can always make it better.
1 min read Aug 14, 2017 -
The elusive 850: How to get the best credit score
Achieving the highest credit score is a lofty goal. Learn more about how to reach it.
2 min read Aug 11, 2017 -
Send dispute letter to contest erroneous credit report
Your missive must be clear, precise and complete. Here’s how to get it done.
2 min read Aug 09, 2017 -
Like a school transcript, your credit follows you for life
Your financial report card can help you, or haunt you, through the years.
2 min read Aug 08, 2017 -
What is a soft credit check?
Credit inquiries can taint your score. Find out how a soft check impacts you.
2 min read Aug 01, 2017 -
This is why your credit score may have just gone up
Your ability to borrow might be better, thanks to a new rule. Here’s how it works.
3 min read Jul 11, 2017