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  Stressed over credit score

  Published on April 29, 2016
  Will it affect my ability to buy a home?

• The free credit score fantasy

  Published on November 28, 2014
  The credit score may be free, but the credit monitoring services are not.

• Which credit score is your ‘real’ score?

  Published on April 27, 2013
  Many for-profit companies selling you the chance to get your credit score. Consumers should know the difference between a FICO score and a VantageScore.

• Dec 9

  Top 10 Credit Tips

  December 9, 2020 12 - 1 pm EST Online via Zoom

  This one-hour webinar will discuss ten credit tips. Learn about credit, credit reports, credit score and how to build good credit.

• Take action to improve your credit report and score

  Published on September 1, 2015
  Follow these simple steps to improve your credit report and score.

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  Credit & Debt | MI Money Health

• Know the score: A credit score is vital to your financial health

  Published on March 7, 2012
  While obtaining your credit score is important, many of the services offering "free" credit scores and credit reports come with many strings attached. There is only one service that offers you the legally mandated annual free credit report.

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  Is a low credit score keeping you from buying a home

  Published on May 26, 2020
  Bankruptcy and foreclosure can be overcome when trying to purchase a home.

• Build better credit

  Published on November 6, 2012
  Life happens – from emergencies to unexpected set-backs. Explore tips to improve your credit score.

• SCORE

  Published on March 29, 2012
  

• Tips to understanding your credit report

  Published on November 30, 2015
  Understanding your credit report could save you money and help prevent identity theft.

• Changes in credit scores and reporting

  Published on May 22, 2015
  Have you checked your credit report lately?

• Credit scores: Myths vs. truth

  Published on May 24, 2012
  Getting the facts gives you greater control of your credit score.

• Rebuilding your credit after foreclosure

  Published on July 19, 2013
  It takes time to rebuild your credit, but it can be done.

• Credit tips for entrepreneurs

  Published on July 3, 2012
  Building a solid credit history is critical when seeking funding from creditors and lenders for your new business venture.

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  Youth can build credit history through positive use of credit cards

  Published on December 13, 2019
  Credit cards can aid in building a credit score if you use them wisely.

• The newest pick-up line: What’s your credit score?

  Published on November 2, 2015
  Research has been found that examines the linkage between relationship status and personal credit scores. Article includes tips to increase your personal credit score.

• How credit scores affect how much interest you pay

  Published on August 15, 2013
  This little number makes a big difference in how you will be able to finance your home purchase.

• U.S. Banks are asked to provide free credit scores to consumers

  Published on March 18, 2014
  CFPB requests top credit card companies and banks to provide free credit scores to their customers.