Parents Are Gaming Their Kids’ Credit Scores
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My Credit Score Went Up 130 Points in 5 Years. Here's How I Did It
Your credit score is a snapshot of how you manage your credit accounts, such as whether you pay your bills on time. This three-digit score may not seem like a big deal on a regular basis, but it can ...
One Man’s Attempt to Get a Perfect 850 Credit Score
Steve Michell spent five years trying to crack the formula on his credit score. In doing so, he put an exclamation point on ...
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How divorce can damage your credit rating
How divorce can impact credit ratings can often be an afterthought but can change credit in multiple ways. Most married ...
Can I Cosign on a Student Loan with a 600 Credit Score?
You probably won't be much help as a private student loan cosigner if you have a 600 credit score. A 670 FICO score could ...
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I Use Travel Credit Card Rewards to Score Thousands of Dollars in 'Free' Trips. Here's How
If you're a frequent traveler, here's how the best travel cards can save you money or upgrade your experience.
Complaints about credit score not addressed? Here’s what RBI has told banks and credit information firms to do
What is a credit score – and why is it important? What’s a good credit score? Why has the central bank stepped in, and what ...
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How to understand and build a good credit score
Understanding and building a strong credit score is crucial for financial stability. This guide explores what a credit score ...