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While the average American consumer’s credit score is on the rise, many still don’t understand what their overall credit profile... read more »
By: Adam West • 1/3/19
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While the average American consumer’s credit score is on the rise, many still don’t understand what their overall credit profile... read more »
By: Adam West • 1/3/19
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Trying to be the best at something is the American way. Students work hard to earn 4.0 GPAs in college or straight As in high school. Athletes... read more »
By: John Ulzheimer • 11/30/18
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Just like keeping a close eye on your weight is a good idea if you want to maintain good health, monitoring your credit scores is also a smart... read more »
By: John Ulzheimer • 10/26/18
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The implementation of mandatory comprehensive credit reporting (CCR) legislation is underway in Australia, meaning consumers will... read more »
By: Adam West • 10/9/18
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Establishing or rebuilding a good credit score can be tricky, especially if you’re on a tight budget. Options like secured credit... read more »
By: Mike Randall • 3/28/18
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For all that credit can be a powerful tool, it can also be the means by which we get ourselves into a whole heap of trouble. And knowing the... read more »
By: Brittney Mayer • 10/4/17
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Knowing how to improve your credit score can go a long way toward solidifying a solid, healthy financial future. With so many companies and ads... read more »
By: Brittney Mayer • 8/7/17
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How is your credit score calculated? In the article below, we’ll take a look at the factors that go into your score and what you can do to... read more »
By: Brittney Mayer • 7/3/17
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In personal finance, credit scores are what make the world — or, at least, the lines of credit — go ’round. So it’s small wonder that, no matter... read more »
By: Brittney Mayer • 5/12/17
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One of the first things anyone learns when they begin developing their personal finance skills is the importance of building and maintaining a... read more »
By: Brittney Mayer • 3/15/17
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It wasn’t until my 20s that I really began to care about my credit score and it’s also the first time I wondered, “What is the highest credit... read more »
By: Ashley Fricker • 12/8/16
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If you find yourself asking, “What is a good credit score?” you’re likely gearing up to make a big purchase like a new vehicle or perhaps a new... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 6/29/16
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If you’re searching for information on how to check a FICO score, you’ve come to the right place. Below, we’ll provide an overview of FICO scores... read more »
By: Ashley Fricker • 2/8/16
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If you’re getting ready to make a big purchase — say a car, an RV or a house — you’ve probably had someone tell you not to check your credit... read more »
By: Mike Randall • 12/8/15
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Paying off credit cards can improve credit scores substantially as outstanding debt is the second most heavily-weighted factor in... read more »
By: Ashley Fricker • 9/10/15
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FICO is the original and most widely used credit score by lenders. According to the FICO website, 90 of the top 100 largest U.S. financial... read more »
By: Ashley Fricker • 8/13/15
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Do you know what your credit score is? As most of us are aware, FICO credit scores are how lenders measure our credit-worthiness when considering... read more »
By: Mike Randall • 4/7/15
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It can be tough to sort fact from urban legend when it comes to your credit scores and reports, but experts say buying into credit-related... read more »
By: Gina Roberts-Grey • 3/10/15
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Prospective homebuyers with poor credit scores often face challenges when shopping for mortgages. Typically credit scores below 680 lead to... read more »
By: Tali Wee • 2/9/15
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Everyone wants a good credit score. If your report shows you likely have a 700 or higher, you’ll have access to better interest rates, be... read more »
By: Steven Tumulski • 1/15/15
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Impatience can lead to many problems like extra stress, high blood pressure and a quick temper. A new study suggests you can add a poor credit... read more »
By: David Andrew • 12/22/14
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Did you know having a poor credit score can affect how much you pay for car insurance? It may seem strange, but it’s true. Almost all of the... read more »
By: Mike Randall • 12/16/14
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Your credit score gives potential creditors and businesses — whether it be mortgage lenders, car insurance companies, phone companies or even... read more »
By: BadCredit.org Staff • 12/11/14
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Students who complete state-mandated financial literacy courses in high school tend to have higher credit scores than those who receive no such... read more »
By: BadCredit.org Staff • 10/27/14
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Social media has come a long way since the early days of Facebook and Myspace. What started out as a virtual social playground for... read more »
By: BadCredit.org Staff • 10/20/14