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Credit Reports vs. Credit Scores: What's the Difference?

Are consumers now more interested in credit reports than credit scores? And free credit reports at that?

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Credit Reports vs. Credit Scores: What's the Difference?

Credit Reports vs. Credit Scores: What's the Difference?

Are consumers now more interested in credit reports than credit scores? And free credit reports at that?

Barry Paperno

Why a Rental Car Could Hurt Your Credit

Why a Rental Car Could Hurt Your Credit

There are many reasons to rent a car -- perhaps for a vacation or to replace your car when it's in the shop -- but your credit might be at risk when you rent.

Jeanne Kelly

Is Your Cellphone Ruining Your Credit?

Is Your Cellphone Ruining Your Credit?

You probably never leave the house without your smartphone. But if you're not careful, it can harm your credit history and drag down your score.

Jeanne Kelly

A Debt Collector Came After Me for $8.97

A Debt Collector Came After Me for $8.97

A reader whose past due movie rental went to collections wants to know if her $8.97 debt will hurt her credit.

Deanna Templeton

How Will Opening a New Account Affect My Credit?

How Will Opening a New Account Affect My Credit?

How a new account will affect your credit scores depends mostly on your overall credit history and on the type of new account you are opening.

Credit.com

Are No-Limit Credit Cards Bad for Your Credit?

Are No-Limit Credit Cards Bad for Your Credit?

Are you carrying a no pre-set limit credit card? If so, it's important to know how it can affect your credit.

Barry Paperno

How Do Student Loans Impact Your Credit?

How Do Student Loans Impact Your Credit?

One positive feature of student loans is that they can provide an effective way to establish and build credit without the help of mom, dad or a credit card.

Barry Paperno

The Biggest Credit Mistake People Make (Plus 3 Tips)

The Biggest Credit Mistake People Make (Plus 3 Tips)

The biggest secret credit mistake actually happens when people are trying to turn their credit score around and be more financially responsible.

Adam Levin

The 11 Most Commonly Asked Credit Questions

The 11 Most Commonly Asked Credit Questions

Can your credit issuer raise your interest rate? How many credit cards should you have? We answer the 11 credit questions we get asked the most.

Gerri Detweiler

The First Thing to Do Before Buying a Car

The First Thing to Do Before Buying a Car

A year and a half ago, I bought my first brand new car ever. So what was the first thing I did before I let my husband start dragging me to dealerships?

Gerri Detweiler

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