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  Don’t check your spouse’s credit report

  It’s illegal to pull your partner’s credit, but couples should share reports. Here’s why.

  Mar 21, 2016
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  Opening a checking account can damage your credit

  Here are the situations when it’s best to delay opening a new checking account.

  Feb 22, 2016
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  Don’t be seduced by this debt consolidation plan

  Simply shifting credit card debt to an installment loan sounds tempting, but beware.

  Feb 11, 2016
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  Online dating scams heart your cash, not you

  Scammers target online dating sites. Look for these signs your love interest is a fraud.

  Feb 11, 2016
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  Turning 21? 5 things you must know about credit (before you screw it up)

  It’s never too soon to build a good credit score. This advice can help get you started.

  Jan 19, 2016
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  Top 3 ways for millennials to establish credit

  Follow our tips to kick-start your credit and launch your financial life.

  Dec 28, 2015
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  3 easy ways to rebuild your credit

  Everybody makes debt mistakes. Follow this advice and you’ll be back with better credit in no time.

  Nov 19, 2015
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  How to request credit freeze for deceased

  Having to settle a deceased person’s estate is hard enough without roadblocks from credit bureaus.

  Nov 12, 2015
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  How your credit score affects the rates you pay for 4 major types of insurance

  Auto, home, health and life insurers may reward or punish you for your credit score.

  Oct 22, 2015
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  Building your credit before, during and after divorce

  Do this if your spouse is the breadwinner, you have no credit history and you want out.

  Sep 16, 2015