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How Can I Tell If I Have a Credit Score?

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How to Tell If You Have a Credit Score

Learn more about credit scores, how these ratings are determined and how to find out if you have a credit score. Discover tips for building your credit score.

| March 1, 2023

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The Millennial Mindset That's Setting Them Up for Financial Success

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The Millennial Mindset Thatโ€™s Setting Them Up for Financial Success
Millennials are big on communication and DIY projects. While some... Read More

July 9, 2015

What to Do If You Can't Get Your Free Annual Credit Report

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What to Do If You Canโ€™t Get Your Free Annual Credit Report
Letโ€™s talk about free credit reports. First of all, the big... Read More

July 7, 2015

Why Do My Credit Limits Affect My Scores?

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Why Does My Credit Card Limit Affect My Credit Score?
Occasionally we get questions from readers who have gotten an aut... Read More

July 6, 2015

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Help! I Paid Off My Credit Card & My Credit Score Dropped
For years, the standard advice by many experts is that you donโ€™... Read More

June 26, 2015

credit score differences

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Hereโ€™s Why Applying for a Credit Card Hurts Your Credit Score
If youโ€™ve ever checked your credit score before and after a... Read More

June 25, 2015

4 Smart Habits That Can Help Build Your Credit

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3 Smart Habits That Can Help Build Your Credit
When it comes to credit scores, a true quick fix is all too rare.... Read More

June 18, 2015