Credit

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  How to maintain a high credit score

  Time, responsibility and good habits can help you preserve a quality credit score. And with a quality credit score, you can reap a lot of financial benefits.

  Sep 20, 2019
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  Finance charges: What they are and how you can avoid them

  Finance charges impact the balances you pay on your credit cards, but developing good credit habits can help you avoid them.

  Aug 19, 2019
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  Credit monitoring: Is it worth paying for?

  Having a keen eye on your credit report doesn’t have to mean an expensive eye.

  Aug 13, 2019
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  5 sneaky ways you can hurt your credit score

  You could be damaging your credit without realizing it. Watch for these missteps.

  Aug 06, 2019
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  Does increasing credit limit affect credit score?

  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.

  Aug 05, 2019
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  How to freeze your credit after the Capital One breach

  Locking down your credit can shield you from identity theft. Here’s how.

  Jul 30, 2019
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  Credit freezes? Even after Equifax breach, we’re just not that into them

  Most Americans fear fraud, but few took action.

  Jul 29, 2019
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  There are two federal laws that protect your credit — here’s what they are and what you need to know to keep your credit safe

  Familiarize yourself with your rights under two important federal protection laws.

  Jul 16, 2019
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  Identity theft: 10 steps to recover if your identity is stolen

  If you’re a victim of identity theft, see how to reclaim your ID and restore your good name.

  Jul 09, 2019
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  How to get a free credit score

  Here’s how to see your credit score for free – and why your credit score matters so much to your financial well-being.

  Jul 01, 2019