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If you die without a will, a court decides what happens with your property. To avoid this,...
Your ex-spouse's name will appear on your credit reports if you took on joint debt in your...
A small drop in credit score is a normal result of taking on new debt, and some basic cred...
Utility companies don't share payment history with the credit bureaus. But Experian Boost ...
It’s wise to work toward higher credit scores, but if your score gets you the credit you n...
When your spouse passes, it's key to tackle financial and legal logistics swiftly. You'll ...
A late or missed payment is never ideal, and a severely past-due account can significantly...
Can getting a CPN, or credit privacy number, really help you repair your credit? Find out ...
You may think your efforts to get an auto loan are stalled, but several options can jumpst...
A drop in your credit score can be stressful, but there are steps you can take to get back...
Maintaining a clean payment history—or refurbishing a spotty one—can help you improve your...
A divorce decree is the formal document issued when a judge finalizes your divorce. It out...
A lien is a legal tool that helps creditors publicly stake a claim in one of your assets w...
Good credit can make your financial life easier, but challenges to achieving good credit c...
Your credit may be great, but if your spouse's isn't, you'll need to know what to do—and w...
Credit scoring software combs and analyzes credit reports to evaluate how you manage credi...
Credit score simulators are interactive tools that predict how credit decisions will affec...
A divorce financial analyst helps divorcing couples avoid common monetary mistakes by work...
Foreclosure is a tough ordeal with major negative consequences for your credit, but follow...
Having more available credit can improve your creditworthiness and give you more spending ...
A good credit score can mean access to better borrowing terms and lower interest rates, bu...
Bankruptcy doesn’t affect Social Security eligibility or benefit amount, but Social Securi...
If you move abroad, it's important to keep your U.S. financial accounts active and maintai...
When an applicant’s credit doesn’t qualify them for a loan, finding a cosigner with good c...
Credit mistakes can cost you big time, but it can be tough to know what’s a mistake and wh...
If you’re thinking about buying a tradeline to improve your credit, here are some reasons ...
Single parenthood can be financially challenging, but by making 5 smart money moves, singl...
Keep inherited money and property separate from your marital assets by following ownership...
In general, collection accounts stay on your credit reports for seven years. Your credit r...
If you're overwhelmed by debt, bankruptcy may be your only option, but its consequences me...
Cosigning for someone you know is risky, and if you don't want to do it, showing them how ...
Most negative entries (those that hurt credit scores) remain on credit reports for seven y...
If you’re looking to build credit, it’s important to know which accounts can and can’t hel...
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy can help you reset your debt. Here's how it works, who qualifies an...
Identifying your priorities, starting a budget, deciding how to split bills and establishi...
You may be able to keep your car during bankruptcy and continue your lease or surrender th...
An economic downturn could hurt your score if financial changes leave you overly reliant o...
Lenders and other data reporters typically update credit information at the national credi...
Credit monitoring—using an automated service or manually tracking changes in your credit r...
Single parenthood presents some unique financial challenges, but these five websites for s...
Even if you aren't planning to apply for credit again, checking your credit is wise becaus...
For new credit users, building a good credit score can take months if not years of followi...
It's important to check your credit reports for accuracy. Here's what to look for, and wha...
Rather than hire a for-profit credit repair company, which can increase your debt without ...
Closed loan and credit card accounts can stay on credit reports for as long as 10 years a...
A soft inquiry, or soft credit check, happens when you or someone you authorize checks you...
Paying off your credit cards each month won't necessarily lead to a low utilization ratio....
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is legal debt relief that requires monthly payments over a three- or...
To clean up your credit, the most important step is to scour your credit report and to dis...
Automatic bill payments can help you avoid late fees and promote credit score improvement ...
Before agreeing to pay for your child's wedding, consider your finances and your options, ...
If you file bankruptcy and earn more than your local median income, means testing may dete...
If you are unable or unwilling to make your mortgage payments, you may enter into a volunt...
Your credit score may drop if you pay bills late, use too much credit, close a credit card...
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