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Millennials Face Their Second Recession
Making Your Money Last Forty percent of millennials say the pandemic will likely cause them to delay payments on their debts. Does that include you? Time to take action.
By Rivan V. Stinson Published
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Battle the Credit Bureaus ... and Win
credit & debt Whether you’re contesting an error or combating fraud, use our guide to give yourself the best shot at success.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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What Being an "Authorized User" Does to Your Credit Score
credit & debt An adult child's credit score may dip–or even rise–after he or she is removed as an authorized user of a parent's credit card.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Why Your Credit Score May Drop When You Shop for a New Phone Plan
credit & debt Wireless carriers often use a scoring system that differs from the traditional credit score when it reviews new mobile customers.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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You Can Now Freeze -- and Unfreeze -- Your Credit Report for Free
credit & debt As of September 21, credit bureaus can no longer charge you to freeze your credit reports or to lift a freeze. Here’s what you need to know to get your free freeze.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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Free Credit Report Freezes
credit & debt A new federal law will soon allow everyone to freeze -- and thaw -- their credit report free. A freeze can deter identity theft.
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Did You Freeze Your Credit? Watch Out for These Pitfalls
credit & debt If you put your credit reports on ice, watch out for these slippery spots.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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How I Thwarted I.D. Thieves
Scams After they stole my name, I switched into high gear to prevent them from hijacking my sterling credit history.
By Mark Solheim Published
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7 Habits of People With Excellent Credit Scores
credit score Want to improve your credit score?
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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