If you’re a fan of TV’s “Mythbusters,” then you may already know the truth about many popular fictions – like how a heated Jawbreaker can explode when you bite into it or that your toilet seat is the cleanest surface in your house. While these are fun myths to debunk, knowing the facts of these fictional stories won’t affect your personal finances. What can impact your wallet is what you know and don’t know about your credit score. Here are the real facts behind 10 common credit score fictions.
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10 Credit Score Facts and Fictions
April 27, 2010When to Freeze Your Credit Report and How to Do It
April 2, 2010At a time when identity theft is on the rise and people are concerned with how to protect themselves, it’s important to know the ins and outs of specific security measures. One of the best ways to protect yourself is to always have visibility into your information; this way you’re being proactive with your finances, rather than reactive.
Beware of Credit Card High Balances
February 14, 2008A 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 [...]
