Rebuilding credit is a process
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Younger Millennials often struggle with low credits scores because they’re new to the credit game, and those that file bankruptcy are at a reset point. While it may not seem like these two ...
Understanding your credit report is critical
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Most people are concerned with their credit score and focus strictly on the three-digit number, but there is far more to your credit profile than just the math that drives that number ...
FICO score changes may impact the effect of your medical debt on your credit
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The purpose of a credit score is to help potential creditors and lenders assess whether you’re a good risk for a loan, credit card ...
Good credit saves you money
How to increase your credit score. (Image Credit: Flickr CC user frankieleon)Rebuilding your credit score after bankruptcy (or any other event that drops it) is a lengthy process that requires both diligence and patience. There is no overnight cure for a poor credit score ...
Credit cards can help your credit score
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Many consumers don’t truly understand how credit scores are calculated and are surprised that their scores don't improve despite their best attempts. That’s because the FICO calculation is complex and ...
Take steps to improve your credit score
Habits to improve your score after bankruptcy. Image Source: Flickr CC User Julie RybarczykImproving your credit score is never more important than after you get a bankruptcy discharge. Just as healthy dietary and physical habits can keep your body in good shape, healthy financial ...