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Credit Scoring In Plain English

Most people understand that there are 3 major credit bureaus who keep track of all your credit transactions, and that they give you a rating – known as a “credit score”. But very few people understand how this “score” is actually determined. It is a complicated mathematical scientific formula locked away in a secret vault somewhere, but you don’t want “complicated”, “mathematical”, or “scientific” mumbo jumbo to stuff in your head, so ...

How Many Credit Accounts Should I Have?

Many people ask me, “How many credit account should I have?” I could give you a “Well, it depends...” kind of answer, but you are reading this looking for real answers and advice, so I’m going to boldly give you an answer. I don’t know of any scientific study that suggests that my answer is the correct one. All I can tell you is, I’ve dealt with literally thousands of credit reports over the ...

Understanding the Pros and Cons of Debt Consolidation

Thinking that debt consolidation is a way out of your financial woes? When weighing the pros and cons, you must maintain your focus on your goal of becoming debt-free. Too many times, consumers incorrectly believe that their lower monthly payment on the bad debt means that they are paying less. In reality, many people who obtain a debt consolidation loan pay more money in the long run, due to the long shelf ...


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