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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 -
Breaking the generational cycle of debt
Generational debt can impact your financial future. Here’s how to break the cycle.
7 min read Apr 15, 2024 -
How financial literacy for young adults has evolved
Balancing a checkbook may be passé, but managing your money well still matters.
8 min read Apr 11, 2024 -
Breaking the social stigma around debt
The social stigma around debt can impact your finances for the worse. Here’s how.
7 min read Apr 10, 2024 -
7 simple ways to build good money habits
Maintaining good money habits can be the difference between achieving your financial goals and falling short.
4 min read Apr 10, 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 -
Tired of their parents’ outdated advice, young adults are learning about money on TikTok. But is it more reliable?
Parents’ financial tips aren’t always relevant today, but TikTok might not be better.
7 min read Apr 08, 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 -
Is Kikoff a good way to build credit?
Where does Kikoff fit in the crowded landscape of credit building and rebuilding tools?
5 min read Apr 05, 2024 -
Is a perfect credit score worth it?
Luckily, you don’t have to have a perfect credit score to reap the benefits of near-perfect credit.
5 min read Apr 03, 2024