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  Starting over: How to rebuild your finances after escaping a financially abusive relationship

  The effects of financial abuse can last for years or even decades after victims escape abusive relationships. Here are steps you can take to establish your financial independence and help ensure long-term [...]

  Nov 15, 2018
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  FICO’s new credit scoring model could boost your score

  The score uses your banking history to help you gain access to credit. Here’s what to know.

  Oct 22, 2018
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  This is the average FICO credit score — how does your score stack up?

  New data from FICO show consumer credit and financial health continue to be strong.

  Oct 16, 2018
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  Froze your Experian credit report? Time for a new PIN

  Experian’s mistake could’ve made your credit freeze PIN easier to snag.

  Oct 09, 2018
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  When should you consider freezing your credit?

  You no longer have to pay to freeze your credit. Here’s when it’s smart to implement a freeze.

  Oct 08, 2018
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  How to read a credit report

  Learn how to decipher the four sections that comprise a credit report, and why consumer credit reports are better.

  Oct 05, 2018
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  What you should know if you froze your credit but lost your PIN

  Things can get complicated if you lose your PIN. Here’s how to recover it.

  Oct 04, 2018

• Everything you need to know about freezing your credit

  A credit freeze blocks thieves from stealing IDs of the departed. Can it work for the living?

  Sep 28, 2018
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  5 ways you’re hurting your credit score

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

  Sep 21, 2018
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  Why did my credit score drop after paying off debt?

  Many factors determine credit scores. Here’s what can bite into yours.

  Sep 20, 2018