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ScoreSense is an authority on investing and retirement. She has written for The Associated Press, The Motley Fool, Woman’s Day, Real Simple, Newsweek, USA Today and more. She has written and contributed to several personal finance books and has been interviewed on the "Today" Show, "Good Morning America," NPR, CNN and other outlets.

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Credit Smart “Do’s and Don’ts”

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  • November 21, 2024
Most of us have a pretty good idea of the basic credit behaviors that will keep our creditors happy. But did you know that a simple change in your credit card balances can raise or lower your scores? There are lesser-known financial behaviors that can affect your credit scores more than you may realize.
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Payment History Is the Most Important Factor in Your Credit Score

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  • November 21, 2024
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How Do Late Payments Affect Your Credit Score

How Do Late Payments Affect Your Credit Score?

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  • November 21, 2024
Late payments have the greatest negative impact on your credit score. Too many will tell a creditor you're a big risk.
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Derogatory Marks on Your Credit: What Do They Mean?

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  • November 21, 2024
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How to Dispute Credit Report Errors

How to Dispute Credit Report Errors

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  • November 21, 2024
Your credit may suffer if inaccurate information is posted to your credit report. You can dispute credit report errors by contacting the credit reporting
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