Lenders, utility companies and even employers are considering consumer credit reports and data provided by credit bureaus more than ever before. Even world governments are having their credit ratings scrutinized.
Keeping your credit in tip-top shape is very important. Let’s take a look at a few common credit mistakes I hear people making over-and-over.
Quizzle is a Knowledge Partner on Yahoo! Answers and frequently helps folks there with questions about personal finance and credit. One question that seems to come up frequently is: will closing credit card account boost my credit score? The short answer is generally, no. Roughly 30 percent of your credit score is “amounts owed,” which [...]
A complete home and money know-how includes a solid understanding of a variety of topics – some you may not think go hand in hand, including your credit, home appreciation, mortgage options, budgeting and rainy day fund. To help you stay ahead of the curve, I’m starting a Home and Money Tip series that will [...]
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