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Tips for Building Your Credit
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Tips for Building Your Credit

Your credit score affects many aspects of your life. Building your credit the smart way can open up more opportunities for your financial future.

Kaitlyn Mahoney

What Does Having a Derogatory Public Record on My Credit Report Mean
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What Does Having a Derogatory Public Record on My Credit Report Mean

Civil judgments, tax liens and bankruptcies are derogatory public records, but only one should appear on your credit report.

Gene Melchionne

Does Paying Off a Loan Early Hurt Your Credit Score?
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Does Paying Off a Loan Early Hurt Your Credit Score?

Does paying off a loan early hurt your credit score? Not directly, but keeping an account open might be good for your score. Find out more at Credit.com.

Deanna Templeton

Does a Business Loan Affect Personal Credit?
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Does a Business Loan Affect Personal Credit?

If you're considering starting a business you need to know if a business loan will affect your personal credit.

Gerri Detweiler

Help! My Credit Card Company Closed My Account
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Help! My Credit Card Company Closed My Account

Has your credit card company closed your account? While there's not a ton you can do, you can do things to prevent. We're to help--read more here.

Constance Brinkley-Badgett

Experian Boost vs. UltraFICO: Which is Best for You?
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Experian Boost vs. UltraFICO: Which is Best for You?

Wondering what the difference between Experian Boost vs. UltraFICO? We've got your covered. Keep reading to learn more.

Anne-Marie Hays

8 Credit Rules Everyone Should Follow
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8 Credit Rules Everyone Should Follow

Here are eight credit rules every consumer should follow so their finances and their credit score remains intact.

Jeanine Skowronski

I Was Denied an Auto Loan. Now What?
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I Was Denied an Auto Loan. Now What?

When you're denied an auto loan, knowing what to do next can be overwhelming. Find out why you were denied and what you can do about it.

Steve Ely

How Does a HELOC Affect a Credit Score?
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How Does a HELOC Affect a Credit Score?

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is a great way to take money out as you need it. But how does a HELOC affect a credit score? Learn more here.

Barry Paperno

Does Deferring Student Loans Affect Credit?
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Does Deferring Student Loans Affect Credit?

A deferment or forbearance may give you some breathing room if you can't pay your student loans. But does deferring student loans affect credit?

Deanna Templeton

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