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When does debt fall off your credit report?
Missed debt payments or collection accounts can stay on your report for 10 years.
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How to properly destroy a metal credit card
When scissors aren’t enough to destroy your metal credit cards, try these methods instead.
3 min read Oct 03, 2024 -
How to protect your deceased loved one’s credit after death
Freezing a loved one’s credit after death is an important step to prevent fraud and take stock of open accounts.
6 min read Sep 27, 2024 -
What do the different versions of FICO scores mean?
What are the different types of FICO credit scores?
7 min read Sep 23, 2024 -
How eviction can affect your credit
Eviction indirectly affects your credit score depending on the collections matter.
7 min read Sep 16, 2024 -
Can a goodwill letter get late payments removed from your credit report?
Goodwill letters can convince creditors to remove late payments from your credit report.
6 min read Sep 11, 2024 -
What is considered a fair credit score?
Learn what’s considered a fair credit score and how to improve it.
5 min read Sep 10, 2024 -
Can you remove hard inquiries from your credit report?
Removing accurate and timely information from your report is generally not possible. This is true for hard inquiries as well, unless identity theft has occurred.
6 min read Sep 05, 2024 -
Credit counseling: What to know before signing up
Credit counseling can help solve financial issues including debt and bad credit.
7 min read Aug 30, 2024 -
Different types of credit cards
There are many different types of credit cards, each with a unique set of benefits and perks. Find out which type of card is right for you.
9 min read Aug 30, 2024