Credit Score Articles

Does Paying Off Debt Improve Your Credit Profile?
Tammi Huang

September 9, 2013

Many people who have debt problems often suffer from a bad credit profile as well.…

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Can You Raise Your Credit Score 100 Points Overnight?
Richard Barrington

October 11, 2022

You can't raise your credit score 100 points overnight; however, there are several steps you can take to improve...

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What Is the Lowest Credit Score?
Peter Warden

November 7, 2022

While very rare, the lowest possible credit score is 300. However, any credit score under 500 is low and under 580 is sub-prime. A low credit score can…

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How Does Credit Repair Work?
Richard Barrington

March 25, 2023

Whether you work on credit repair yourself, or hire a company to do it for you, understanding the process can help you improve your credit. Learn more.

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Who Can Access Your Credit Report?
Erik J. Martin

March 19, 2023

Certain entities can access your credit report, and they don’t always need your permission. Find out more here.

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How to Dispute Your Credit Report
Jane Meggitt

March 8, 2023

Errors on your credit report can make it harder to qualify for a loan. Learn how to detect and dispute errors on your credit report.

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What Is The Difference Between a Credit Report and a Credit Score
Miranda Marquit

March 8, 2023

Your credit report and credit score are different, but closely related. Learn how one affects the other.

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How to build credit in 3 steps
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

February 26, 2023

Building (or rebuilding) credit is easier than you think. Follow our guide, build a great credit score, and pay less for everything you finance.

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Does Unemployment Affect Your Credit Score?
Erik J. Martin

February 16, 2023

Americans are dealing with unemployment and the financial impact during the coronavirus outbreak. Find out…

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How Often Does Your Credit Score Update?
Peter Warden

December 15, 2022

Your credit score is updated every time a lender or creditor provides new data to the credit bureaus.Your credit score changes based on the most recent data and…

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Why is My Credit Score Different on Different Sites?
Rebecca Lake

November 29, 2022

Credit scores are fluid. They can change over time and what you see on one site might not be reflected on another.

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Why Did My Credit Score Drop?
Richard Barrington

November 10, 2022

Did you check your credit and ask, “Why Did My Credit Score Drop”? Learn 10 reasons why your credit score can suddenly drop and…

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Is a 600 Credit Score Good or Bad?
Richard Barrington

September 6, 2022

A 600 credit score is considered a sub-prime and not a good score. Find out more about your credit score and learn steps you can take to improve your credit.

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Perfect Credit: How to Get the Highest Credit Score
Rebecca Lake

August 1, 2022

Learn what the highest credit scores are for different scoring models and how to get the best credit score possible.

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FICO Score vs. Credit Score – What Is the Difference?
Rebecca Lake

August 1, 2022

Is your FICO score the same as your credit score? What other credit scores are there? Learn about FICO score, VantageScore and other credit scores.

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How Do Student Loans Affect Credit Score?
Rebecca Lake

August 1, 2022

Learn how having student debt can help or harm your credit scores.

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How to Check Your Credit Score
Rebecca Lake

August 1, 2022

Learn how to check your credit score for free, how to check your credit score without hurting it, and where to get a free credit score.

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What Is a Good Credit Score
Richard Barrington

June 30, 2022

What is a good credit score? Generally speaking, a high 600s or above score is considered a good credit score, but it depends on the lender and industry.

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Credit Score Chart and Credit Score Range
Richard Barrington

June 28, 2022

Check your credit score and see where it falls on a credit score chart. A typical FICO credit score chart ranges from 300 - 800.

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How to Raise Your Credit Score
Richard Barrington

June 28, 2022

How to raise your credit score? Before shopping for a loan., follow these steps to raise your credit score fast. 1. Clear up errors on your credit report 2. Resolve any ...

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The Good, Fair, and Poor: How Your Credit Score Is Determined
Noelle Marr

September 8, 2021

Learn about five factors that make up the mystery behind your credit score.

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How to Build Credit after Domestic Abuse
Anna Baluch

October 8, 2020

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’ve compiled this list of tips on how…

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How Does Student Loan Forbearance Affect Your Credit Score?
Sara Korn

August 27, 2020

Your credit score may have gone up due to federal student loan deferment. Learn how…

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5 Credit Score Factors You Should Know

Explore some of the most commonly asked questions about credit scores and get a deeper understanding of how they’re calculated and the steps you can take to improve your score.

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7 Ways to Fix Your Credit
Tammi Huang

February 6, 2017

Your credit score affects many aspects of your life. If your score is less than stellar, don't worry. There are several ways to fix your credit.

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