TransUnion vs. Equifax: What’s the Difference?
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Late Payments: How Do They Affect Your Credit Score?
If you’ve missed the due date for one of your bills, you might be...
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New Credit: What It Is and How It Impacts Your Credit Score
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Foreclosures: How Long Do They Stay on Your Credit Report?
A foreclosure stays on your credit report for seven years, starting...
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Voluntary Repossession: Everything You Need to Know
Voluntary repossession is when you willingly return your car (or...
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What Is a Judgment? Everything You Need to Know
If your lender wins a court judgment against you, they can collect...
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Debt Management vs. Debt Settlement: Which Is Right for You?
Debt management and debt settlement are both options if you’re...
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Why Are My Credit Scores Different?
You have different credit scores because there are several...
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Repossession: What It Is and How It Works
When your lender seizes your car or another asset as collateral...
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Can Deleted Items Reappear on Your Credit Report?
Deleted items can reappear on your credit report even if you...
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Unsecured Loans: What They Are and How They Work
You can take out an unsecured loan without putting down any...
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