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Can You Raise Your Credit Score 100 Points in a Month?

What will boost your score the most -- and quickly? Fixing a big error might, but chances are you'll raise your score more slowly. Here's a game plan.

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Can You Raise Your Credit Score 100 Points in a Month?
Credit 101

Can You Raise Your Credit Score 100 Points in a Month?

What will boost your score the most -- and quickly? Fixing a big error might, but chances are you'll raise your score more slowly. Here's a game plan.

Christine DiGangi

Can My Credit Keep Me From Getting a Promotion?
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Can My Credit Keep Me From Getting a Promotion?

A reader pulled her credit report and was stunned to see an old judgment. She's up for a job promotion and wonders whether this could hurt her chances.

Gerri Detweiler

My Spouse Has Dementia & I Can't Cancel His Credit Card
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My Spouse Has Dementia & I Can't Cancel His Credit Card

A reader asked us about canceling a credit card belonging to her husband, who has dementia. Here are the steps she needed to take.

Bev O'Shea

Can a Timeshare Hurt My Credit?
Credit 101

Can a Timeshare Hurt My Credit?

With summer upon us, I often get questions from friends about timeshares. Is it a good idea? How will it affect my credit? What should I watch out for?

Jeanne Kelly

5 Credit Moves That Could Wreck Your Mortgage
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5 Credit Moves That Could Wreck Your Mortgage

While credit standards have somewhat loosened up in home lending, there are still some credit mistakes that could throw a wrench in your mortgage process.

Scott Sheldon

4 Credit Mistakes New Homeowners Make
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4 Credit Mistakes New Homeowners Make

The relief that comes with finalizing a home purchase can spur a false sense of security. Here’s a look at four common credit mistakes new homeowners make.

Chris Birk

The True Cost of Bad Credit
Credit 101

The True Cost of Bad Credit

If you have bad credit, you'll want to work to improve it. Otherwise, you can face some obstacles, even when it comes to non-credit things.

Christine DiGangi

Help! I Used the Wrong Social Security Number
Credit 101

Help! I Used the Wrong Social Security Number

OK, so you accidentally used the wrong Social Security number to get credit. Don't panic! Here's how to fix it.

Gerri Detweiler

How a Credit Report Dispute Could Stop You From Buying a Home
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How a Credit Report Dispute Could Stop You From Buying a Home

Have you ever had a disagreement with a creditor? If yes, you may want to think twice about filing a credit report dispute if you plan to buy a home.

Scott Sheldon

Does Layaway Affect Your Credit?
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Does Layaway Affect Your Credit?

The holidays are approaching, and stores are promoting their layaway plans. Should you consider it? And if you buy that way, will it help your credit score?

Gerri Detweiler

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