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The best home improvement apps
Conceiving, planning and making DIY projects easier is just a smartphone away.
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How to repair your credit in 5 steps
Employ the tactics outlined in this credit repair guide and get your score back on track.
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Is a perfect credit score worth it?
Luckily, you don’t have to have a perfect credit score to reap the benefits of near-perfect credit.
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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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Credit counseling: What to know before signing up
Credit counseling can help solve financial issues including debt and bad credit.
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How does a tax lien affect your credit score?
Tax liens no longer appear on credit reports and should have no bearing on your credit score.
4 min read Apr 01, 2024 -
Can you check your spouse’s credit report?
It’s illegal to pull your partner’s credit, but couples should share reports. Here’s why.
3 min read Apr 01, 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.
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How to read a credit report
Your credit report is a detailed record of your credit history and the accuracy of those details is important. Here’s what to look for when reviewing your credit report.
7 min read Mar 27, 2024 -
She was a retired teacher with $43,000 of debt. Here’s how National Debt Relief helped her
Learn how National Debt Relief helped this speech pathologist in her time of need.
6 min read Jun 25, 2024