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How Long Does It Take to Repair Your Credit?
Credit repair can take as little as one month or as many as several...
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Average Credit Score in the US: Statistics and Trends
The average FICO credit score in the US has been steadily rising,...
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How to Avoid Interest on a Credit Card: 5 Strategies
Credit card interest can stack up quickly, but there are many ways...
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How Often Can You Apply for a Credit Card?
While you can apply for credit cards as often as you want, you’ll...
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What Credit Score Do You Need to Get a Credit Card?
There’s no minimum credit score you need for a credit card....
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Average Credit Card Interest Rates in 2025
The average credit card interest rate is around 20%, but varies...
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How Old Do You Have to Be to Get a Credit Card?
You need to be 18 years old to open your own credit card account....
Victoria Scanlon
Should I Close My Credit Card?
Sometimes closing a credit card is necessary, even if it impacts...
Kari Dearie
Should I Get a Business Credit Card?
A business credit card is one that’s tied to your company’s credit...
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Does Getting Denied for a Credit Card Hurt Your Credit Score?
Getting denied for a credit card won’t hurt your credit score, but...
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How to Remove Negative Items from Your Credit Report by Yourself
You don’t need to hire a credit repair expert to erase bad credit....
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