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Teaching Kids How To Use Credit
Published: 18/05/2010 by Consumer Credit Guide in Credit Cards, Credit Report, Credit Score, Debt, Credit History
To prepare your children for successful financial futures, you open savings accounts, pay allowances, and teach them to spend wisely.
Should You Walk Away from Your Mortgage?
Published: 16/07/2010 by RateNerd in Credit History, Credit Repair, Credit Report, Credit Score
Owing more on your mortgage than your house is worth may seem like a bad investment. But the alternative - choosing to default on your mortgage even if you can afford the monthly payments - will take a significant toll on your credit rating.
How To Establish Your Credit History
Published: 26/04/2010 by RateNerd in Credit History
Without a credit history, it’s really hard to get a credit card or any other type of loan. But establishing your initial credit history can be a Catch-22: If you don’t have credit, not many places are willing to give you credit. Learn how here.
8 Ways To Boost Your Credit Score
Published: 13/05/2010 by Consumer Credit Guide in Credit History, Credit Repair, Credit Report, Credit Score
With the economy so down, 620 is the minimum for getting a loan, but people really need credit score around 700, preferably 720, to get something with decent rates. Here are eight ways to boost your credit score.
How A Divorce Can Impact Your Credit Report
Published: 02/05/2010 by RateNerd in Credit History, Credit Report, Credit Score
Whether you're considering a separation or filing for divorce, it's important that you give your credit special attention. Your credit can have a significant impact on your ability to start this new chapter of life with the resources you need. Here
Protecting Your Credit Worthiness
Published: 14/05/2010 by Consumer Credit Guide in Credit History, Credit Report, Credit Score
As interest rates rise and credit limits across the country plummet – even among the best credit holders -- an increasing number of Americans are struggling to hang on to their current credit card terms. Here's how to protect your credit standing.
25% Of Consumers Credit Scores Below 599
Published: 12/07/2010 by Consumer Credit Guide in Credit History, Credit Repair, Credit Report, Credit Score
More Americans' credit scores sink to new lows. Now 1 in 4 American consumers are deemed risky as more credit scores sink to lows of 599 or less. See what you can do to boost your credit score now.
How To Hurt Your Own Credit Score
Published: 29/04/2010 by RateNerd in Credit History, Credit Report, Credit Score
In an effort to boost your credit score, you may actually do the opposite. These are the top 8 mistakes people make in an effort to boost their credit score.
What Goes Into A Credit Score?
Published: 16/05/2010 by Consumer Credit Guide in Credit Repair, Credit Report, Credit Score, Credit History
Now is the time to get savvy about your finances and credit standing – being clueless about any aspect of your credit health can really cost you. Make sure you understand what goes into a credit score, and what information is on your credit report.
How To Get The Best Credit Card Rates
Published: 15/05/2010 by Consumer Credit Guide in Credit Cards, Credit History
Getting optimized interest rates and borrowing terms is more crucial than ever. Here’s how to give yourself some credit.