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Why Your Credit Score Isn’t Going Up

Waiting for your score to change? There are a few reasons why this hasn't happened yet.

| June 4, 2024

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More Than Half of Students Don’t Check Their Credit Scores
For the most part, there’s no good reason to not check your... Read More

July 28, 2015

credit score killers

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5 Common Credit Score Killers
Having a good credit score can help you save a lot of money over ... Read More

July 21, 2015

The Impact of Medical Debt on FICO Scores

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The Impact of Medical Debt on FICO Scores
Getting sick has led to millions of Americans paying more for car... Read More

July 20, 2015

Can a Credit Card Improve Your Credit?

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Can a Credit Card Improve Your Credit?
Many consumers see credit cards as a gateway to debt. While they ... Read More

July 17, 2015

The Credit Score You’ve Never Heard Of

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The Credit Score You’ve Never Heard Of
Imagine checking your FICO score and finding out it is 300. Youâ€... Read More

July 14, 2015

Who Cares About Your Credit Score?

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Who Cares About Your Credit Score?
Checking your credit score is a little bit like eating your veget... Read More

June 30, 2015