What is an employment credit check, and what does it reveal?

An employment credit check lets employers view a candidate’s credit reports and history. These checks are legal, though certain states…

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What is an authorized user on a credit card?

An authorized user is someone added to the primary cardholder’s account who has permission to make charges but isn’t liable…

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The national average FICO credit score has decreased for the first time in a decade – what this means

For the first time in a decade, the national average FICO score has decreased. What this means for you.

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How to build credit in the U.S. as a new immigrant

You can build credit as a new immigrant in the U.S. by getting a bank account, an SSN or ITIN…

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Does checking your credit score lower it?

Checking your own credit score, which is called a soft inquiry, doesn’t lower it. However, a hard inquiry can impact…

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