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When Credit Problems Are Caused by Income Disruption

Of all the factors that cause credit problems, income disruption is perhaps the most overwhelming. After all, income is required in order to service debt, and when that income is disrupted, it means...

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Can You Have Bad Credit Even if You Have No Debt?

On the surface, this seems entirely improbable. Bad credit, even if you have no debt? Actually, it’s not unlikely at all. Credit reports and credit scores are a measure of your credit history, much...

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6 Mistakes That Can Torpedo Your Credit

Most people who are mired in credit problems, or have recently moved beyond them, can point to specific reasons why they got into trouble. There are mistakes that can torpedo your credit, and only when...

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You May Need Credit Repair if You’re the Victim of Identity Theft

If you’ve ever been a victim of identity theft, know anyone else who has, or have read some of the horror stories, then you know how debilitating the situation can be. Your credit can be destroyed,...

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8 Common Credit Report Errors You May Need to Repair

There are common errors that can appear on your credit report and drag your credit score down. You may need to repair these errors. Some may seem to be errors, but the information is actually accurate....

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How a Bad Credit Score Can Affect Leasing an Apartment

We naturally expect that credit will be issued when applying for a mortgage to buy a house. But it can also matter when it comes to renting. A bad credit score can affect leasing an apartment, and...

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A Good Credit Score Can Mask a Serious Debt Problem

A good credit score is a source of pride and even prestige. People with high credit scores are sometimes fond of sharing their scores with others. It can be seen as a validation of our worth as...

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Young With Bad Credit – And Why You Must Get it Fixed

Lots of young people – typically young adults in their 20s – have bad credit. In fact, at times it can seem as if youth and bad credit are a perfectly natural match. But whether that’s true or not,...

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Why You Must Repair Your Credit Before You Retire

A disturbing trend has developed in recent years in which people are retiring with substantial amounts of debt. Some of the people carrying debt also have bad credit. But if bad credit can be a problem...

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Using a Credit Builder Loan to Rebuild Your Credit

If you have a bunch of bad credit in your past, and you are looking to get a fresh start, you should take a serious look at credit builder loans. They can be the perfect way to rebuild your credit, and...

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