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Credit may seem difficult to understand, but building it is easier than you think.
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These top 10 causes of debt are putting — and keeping — many Americans in the red.
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There is one sure way to take your name off a co-signed loan. But many can’t do it.
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A car was repossessed and your marriage was a wreck? Here’s a road map for credit repair.
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Someone was nice enough to co-sign on your car loan. Don’t burn them by filing bankruptcy.
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It’s important to rebuild your credit after bankruptcy, but make sure to do it the right way.
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Aging parents with bad credit are easy prey for creditors. Here’s how to protect them.