The reprieve is over. The pandemic-related breathing room from student-loan payments is done, and the financial reality of repayment has returned for millions of borrowers. But beyond the strain on ...

Unfortunately, as soon as your credit falls below a certain level, challenges can mount, not only with how to get it back up but also with what limitations a low credit score can result in. Perhaps ...

Topping the list of consumer frustrations in the Tri-State are errors on our credit reports. 44% of people polled in a recent survey found errors on their credit reports. Inaccuracies or even ...

More than a third of all Americans have a credit score below 670, according to Experian. And many don’t realize what’s hurting their credit until they’re denied a loan or hit with higher costs. Your ...

In today's world, a good credit score is more important than ever. It helps you get loans faster, shows banks that you are responsible with money, and can even affect your chances of getting a new ...

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This might be the most expensive myth in personal finance. Saunders said people think keeping a balance on their credit card proves they’re using credit responsibly. “[The myth is] that carrying a ...

Your credit score is the key to your financial future: It can determine whether you get approved for a credit card, car loan or mortgage, and what interest rate you'll pay. In some cases, your score ...