Credit Scores

There are several things that can hurt your credit score. Unpaid collection accounts, past due accounts, and short credit history are some of the few....

Ever wonder how your credit score is calculated? Although many companies are can gather your credit history and produce your credit score, there one major...

Ever wonder how your credit score is calculated? Although many companies are can gather your credit history and produce your credit score, there one major...

Though they may be too young to have a credit score, parents should be proactive about checking their child’s credit report. Kids can easily become...

Building good credit when you’re just starting out doesn’t have to be a worry. All you need is a little patience along with some good...

In part one of “How to Build Credit When You’re Just Starting Out”, you could see how getting a cosigner or becoming an authorized user...

If you’re new to the world of credit, then you probably know it isn’t easy to establish good credit. Getting lenders to trust you can...

Who knew that getting hired for a new position could all come down to your credit history? It’s true. In several states, it’s perfectly legal...

In the US, many employers have the right to look over your credit report before hiring you. Some say it’s justified for “trust” purposes. Others...

It’s important to know that there are different places to pull your credit score from. It’s up to the lender which one they use, but...