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6 Tips to Improve Your Credit Score
April 4, 2024
Categories: Financial Education
“We’ll just need to run your credit.”
This is a phrase you’ve probably heard if you’ve ever applied for financing (e.g., a loan, line of credit or credit card) or to rent an apartment or house.
If you want to increase your chances of being approved for financing – and sometimes getting a more favorable rate when you do – having a healthy credit score (also known as a Fair Isaac Corporation “FICO®” score) is essential.
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Protecting Yourself from ID Theft: The Credit Freeze
November 1, 2023
Categories: Security
In this article, we explore the importance of credit freezes, how to implement them, and their potential benefits in safeguarding your financial identity.
Think of it this way. A credit freeze is like locking your front door.
When the door is locked, it’s much harder for anyone to enter without your permission. Similarly, a credit freeze (also...
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Credit Scores: Why They Matter, and What You Can Do About Yours
August 10, 2020
Categories: Financial Education
It turns out – what you don’t know can hurt you.
Especially if that thing you don’t know…is your credit score.
We want our clients to feel confident in their finances – and confidence begins with knowledge.
What is a credit score?Your credit score is a three digit number that demonstrates your history of managing credit products. Do you make your...
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