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How many credit cards should I have?
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How many credit cards should I have?

How many credit cards should you have? The answer depends on your unique circumstances. Read on to learn more about how many credit cards is too many.
Lexington Law
October 13, 2025
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20 credit myths you shouldn’t fall for
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20 credit myths you shouldn’t fall for

October 06, 2025
What is the best way to pay off debt?
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What is the best way to pay off debt?

June 30, 2025
What is a good credit score and how can you get one?
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What is a good credit score and how can you get one?

June 15, 2025

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What does re-aging an account mean?
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What does re-aging an account mean?

Find out what re-aging an account means, if it’s a legal practice and what you can do if you think you’re a victim of re-aging accounts.

Paola Bergauer

March 15, 2022
Why you should check all 3 of your credit reports
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Why you should check all 3 of your credit reports

You might be surprised to learn that checking just one of your credit reports isn’t always enough. Find out why checking all three reports is essential.

Anna Grozdanov

January 13, 2022
What Age Can You Start Building Credit?
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What Age Can You Start Building Credit?

Credit is an important financial tool to use as an adult. You might be surprised to learn at what age you can start to build your credit.

Anna Grozdanov

December 21, 2021
Benefits of joining a credit union
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Benefits of joining a credit union

If you’re considering joining a credit union, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the benefits of credit unions, as well as potential drawbacks.

Horacio Celaya

December 07, 2021
7 tips to stop debt collection scams
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7 tips to stop debt collection scams

How can you tell a legitimate debt collector call from a scam? Read on to find out.

Brad Blanchard

December 02, 2021
Paying your credit card early: Does it help your score?
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Paying your credit card early: Does it help your score?

You may have thought about paying your credit card off early, but does it help your score?

Horacio Celaya

November 10, 2021
How Bad Does A Voluntary Repo Affect You?
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How Bad Does A Voluntary Repo Affect You?

Voluntary repossession may prevent your car from being seized, but does it help your credit?

Paola Bergauer

November 09, 2021
What consumer information do the credit bureaus collect?
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What consumer information do the credit bureaus collect?

Understanding the credit bureaus and what consumer information they collect can help you understand what aspects of your credit you should be focusing on.

Peter Richins

October 14, 2021
The history of credit cards
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The history of credit cards

References to credit cards date back as far as the 1800s—find out more about the history of credit cards and how they have affected consumer spending.

Lexington Law

September 22, 2021
How to remove fraud from your credit report
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How to remove fraud from your credit report

Learn how to remove fraud on your credit report and what to do if you're the victim of identity theft.

Sarah Raja

September 03, 2021