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Shaun Connell
June 2, 2023
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Should I Shred Credit Card Offers? [Surprising Answer]

Credit card issuers (and other lenders, too,) are legally allowed to ask for contact information from the credit bureaus for…
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Shaun Connell
May 29, 2023
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What Does ‘Updated Tradeline’ Mean on My Credit Report?

When you pull your credit report, seeing something you don't understand or recognize is always a bit disconcerting. After all,…
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Shaun Connell
May 28, 2023
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Credit Score Needed for Honda Financing [Requirements for Honda Loan]

Honda is well known for producing reliable car that will keep you safe on the road. There are lots of…
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Shaun Connell
May 25, 2023
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How to Get a Cell Phone With Bad Credit (And Low or No Deposit)

According to the Pew Research Center, the vast majority of Americans own a cellphone of one kind or another. A…
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Shaun Connell
May 23, 2023
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How to Add a Tradeline to Your Credit Report

The accounts that are listed on your credit report are referred to as "tradelines." The two most common types of…
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Shaun Connell
May 22, 2023
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How to Remove Dispute Comments From Your Credit Report

When incorrect information shows up on your credit report, the next step is to open a dispute with the credit…
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Shaun Connell
May 12, 2023
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How to Buy a Mobile Home With Bad Credit [Tips and Tricks]

It's easy to not think about your credit score until your gearing up to apply for a loan. If you're…
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Shaun Connell
May 5, 2023
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How Long Does a Credit Card Judgment Last? [All 50 States Listed]

If a credit card company has been unable to recover the money that they lent you, there is a certain…
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By:
Shaun Connell
May 5, 2023
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Mercedes Benz Credit Score Requirements: How to Get a Mercedes Car Loan

Mercedes Benz is one of the most aspirational auto brands out there-- when you own a Mercedes, it's a sign…
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Shaun Connell
May 1, 2023
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When Does Discover Report to Credit Bureaus? [And Where?]

Reading through your card member agreement as a credit card holder can sometimes feel like you’re trying to translate a…
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Shaun Connell
May 1, 2023
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The Best Pen to Sign a Credit Card or Debit Card [EXAMPLES]

Signing the back of a credit card was once a key step consumers could take to prevent credit card fraud.…
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Shaun Connell
April 21, 2023
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What is CID on a Credit Card? What It Means

Have you ever wondered how merchants can ensure that a credit card being used during a transaction isn't being used…
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Shaun Connell
April 21, 2023
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How Much Does a Credit Repair Service Cost?

If your credit score has seen better days, you might be struggling to get a loan, rent an apartment, or…
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Shaun Connell
April 17, 2023
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11 Credit Repair Hacks to Increase Your Credit Score [Tips and Tricks]

Having a less-than-ideal credit score can have some very impactful real-life consequences. It can mean it's more difficult to be…
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Shaun Connell
April 14, 2023
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Does A Bank Overdraft Affect Your Credit Score?

Your checking account is a central part of your financial life. For this reason, you might assume that overdrawing your…
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