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Home Equity Lines and Credit Score

You are considering whether or not to get a home equity line of credit. This The Simple Dollar article details the positives and negatives of this decision, as well as how it can impact your credit score.

Teaching Your Child Responsible Credit

Is credit card management the right move? Learn from this USA Today article how you can help your child begin to build a good credit history in three different ways.

Employment and Credit Checks

If you are interviewing for a job, a credit check may be a part of the process. Have you ever wondered what credit details are shared with potential employers and how the process works? This Money & Career Cheat Sheet article explains.

Shop Carefully Through Holiday Credit Card Promotions

So you are planning to sign up for a credit card with a special promotion this holiday season. Read this NerdWallet article to understand the differences between deferred interest and an introductory 0% annual percentage rate, and why the difference is so important.

How Does Age Impact Credit Score?

Age can favorably impact your score due to a longer credit history, but not paying attention to some very important other criteria can negate some advantages. This The Motley Fool article explains.

Finance Charges Defined

This USA Today article elaborates on credit card finance charges, and ways you can prevent these charges.

Secure Online Holiday Shopping

This video from Bloomberg highlights some good security tips to follow as you are beginning your online shopping this holiday season.

Balance Transfers and Credit Score

You've decided to transfer credit card debt to a card with a lower rate- how does this affect your credit score? This NerdWallet article explains.

Happy Healthy Holiday Credit

As the holidays begin, purchases multiply. This feature from Mint is another article focusing on how to be a careful holiday spender. Mint explains why your utilization rate is so important, and how to make sure it stays on track.

Debit Cards Versus Credit Cards

Which is smarter to utilize- debit or credit cards- and at what times? This ClickOrlando article focuses on credit, budget, as well as security considerations.
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