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How to Clean Up Your Credit Score

Take a look at these 5 tips to improve your credit score! read more »
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New Guidelines Affect Loan Modifications Credit Scores

loan modifications under federal programs Making Homes Affordable and the Home Affordable Modification Program are to be listed on credit reports as,[...] read more »
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The ABC’s of Credit Scores – 5 Tips to Improve Your Mark

Credit Score A.B.C's - Easy as 1.2.3! read more »
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Want to Save Thousands on a Mortgage? Fix Your Credit

Consumers may not fully realize the advantages of doing all they can to get the best mortgage deal available, including cleaning up their credit. read more »
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Free Credit Scores for Consumers with Less Than Stellar Credit

As of July 21, any consumer who gets turned down for either credit cards or auto loans is now able to receive a free copy of their FICO credit score. read more »
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» MyFICO Promotion Codes

MyFICO is consumer facing site for Fair Isaac Corporation, the creators of the FICO credit score. If you need your score, be sure to get a deal on it[...] read more »
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The Path to a Golden Credit Score (Infographic)

You may not think of your credit score as treasure, but it is. Good credit is the foundation to being able to afford the things you want a home, a ca[...] read more »
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Credit Score Checkup

Tips on how to get and maintain good credit. read more »
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Do Bank Accounts Affect Credit Scores?

Does switching banks frequently affect your credit score? What about bouncing a check? Many people don't know the answer to this question, but the[...] read more »
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The Real Cost of Skipping Your Monthly Credit Card Payments

It's very tempting to skip out on a debt payment or a credit card bill to help free up the cash flow a bit, but are you sure you realize the impact [...] read more »
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The Five Factors that Make Up Your Credit Score

Everyone knows that their credit history impacts their credit score, but lets explore some of the lesser known numbers that make up your overall scor[...] read more »
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3 Ways To Improve Your Credit Score Fast

There are things you can do to improve your credit fast and in this article I’m going to show you a few things I’ve done. read more »
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How to Shop for Credit Without Harming Your Score

Will shopping for credit doom your score? read more »
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What Your Credit Check Says About You

So what, exactly, is involved in a credit check? Knowing can make all the difference. read more »
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Credit Monitoring Services: Is It Worth It?

Credit monitoring services are independent companies equipped with the tools to track reports generated from the three main credit bureaus – Experian[...] read more »
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