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Explanation of the Credit FICO Good Score

Abigayle Drysdale asked: What’s a good credit score? That depends upon the reporting agency assessing your history. Some scores are lower than others, depending upon a person’s financial behavior. Some people find the need to increase their scores after a … Continue reading

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New FICO 08 Credit Score Changes

John Dow asked: There is a new FICO credit scoring system called FICO-08 that was designed to better serve the credit industry. The two major changes are about small inconsequential infractions and people who piggyback onto others good credit history. … Continue reading

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Credit Scores – What Determines YOUR Score?

Karen Boies asked: I had the pleasure of meeting with a young professional woman this week who was interested in seeing if she would qualify for a mortgage, so she could invest in her own home. During our meeting she … Continue reading

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Using A Credit Score Calculator

Jack Harmon asked: If you want to buy a house and need to take out a bank loan, you will have to know your credit score to be able to accurately calculate how mush you will qualify for. You can … Continue reading

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Raising Credit Score – 3 Ways to Improve Credit Score Fast

Paul Sarwana asked: Many people often wonder how they can raise their credit score. It is actually easier than most people think. There are many different steps you can take for improving your overall credit rating. Here are three essential … Continue reading

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How to get a Great Credit Score with Equifax or Trans Union

pworkingston asked: Things to remember to keep a high credit score with Equifax and Trans Union Canada by Charles BristollJosephine

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Adding Tradelines And Other Ways To Improve Your Credit Report

Liz Roberts asked: For many people, a credit report is something akin to a mystery novel. It’s a little hard to understand, and you never know how it’s going to turn out if you don’t read the whole thing. But … Continue reading

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credit score?

ctinsley143 asked: I wanted to know where I can get a free copy of my credit score equifax wouldnt do it? please help…Marilyn

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How to Improve Your Credit Score Overnight

Bryan Steakley asked: It is almost always possible, regardless of your current financial situation, to take certain steps to improve your credit score. In this article I’ll cover a simple three step formula for raising your credit score.The first step … Continue reading

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