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Can closed accounts be removed from your credit report?
Closed accounts listed on your credit report are removed after a set amount of time – depending on the status.
6 min read Nov 21, 2024 -
Is credit repair a scam?
Not all credit repair companies are bad. Some can actually help you build credit.
6 min read Nov 15, 2024 -
How to choose a credit repair company
It’s important to be careful when choosing which credit repair company to go with.
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How to build credit without a credit card
There are many ways to build up credit even if you don’t qualify for a credit card.
6 min read Nov 08, 2024 -
What is the credit repair organization act?
The Credit Repair Organization Act regulates credit repair companies.
6 min read Nov 08, 2024 -
What is credit monitoring?
A credit monitoring service can help you identify and reverse unauthorized changes to your credit report. Your credit card may offer this protection as a free benefit, or you may prefer to pay for more [...]
6 min read Oct 31, 2024 -
What credit score do you start with?
Learn what credit score you start with and how to build good credit from scratch.
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What is a secured credit card and how does it work?
Secured credit cards require a cash deposit in exchange for a small line of credit.
5 min read Oct 18, 2024 -
How to dispute an error on your credit report
Dispute errors your find on your credit report in order to increase your credit score.
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Financial needs versus wants: How to tell them apart and why its important
Knowing your financial needs and wants is important for your budget.
6 min read Oct 16, 2024